Tupperware Value & Price Guide

Tupperware collectibles represent a revolution in mid-century kitchenware, celebrated for their airtight seals and iconic pastel aesthetics. From the classic Wonderlier bowls to specialized items like the Lettuce Keeper, these durable plastic pieces are highly sought after by vintage enthusiasts and home organizers alike.

Price Range: $15 - $20 based on recent sales

History of Tupperware

Founded by Earl Tupper in the late 1940s, Tupperware struggled initially in retail stores because consumers didn't understand how to operate the innovative airtight seals. The brand's trajectory changed forever when Brownie Wise developed the 'Tupperware Party' model, turning the kitchenware into a social and economic phenomenon for suburban women. This direct-sales approach made Tupperware a household name and a symbol of mid-century domestic efficiency. Throughout the 1950s and 60s, the company expanded its line to include everything from the 'Party Susan' to the iconic 'Hourglass' salt and pepper shakers, solidifying its place in American design history.

Value Factors for Tupperware

The typical price range for Tupperware is $15 - $20 based on recent sales. However, values can vary depending on the item's condition, rarity, and other factors such as:

• Completeness of sets, such as nesting Wonderlier bowls or canister sets with all matching lids.
• The presence of original period-specific colors, with early translucent 'Millionaire Line' pieces being particularly valuable.
• Overall condition, specifically the lack of melt marks from stovetops or deep scratches from metal utensils.
• Rarity of the specific mold, such as the 1960s Cake Taker or specialized holiday-themed canisters.

Tips for Buying Tupperware

• Test the 'Tupperware Burp' to ensure the patented airtight seal is still functional and hasn't warped over time.
• Look for the two-part numbering system on the bottom of pieces to verify authenticity and match lids to their correct bases.
• Avoid pieces with 'sticky' plastic or strong odors, as these are signs of material degradation that cannot be easily repaired.
• Prioritize rare colors like pink, turquoise, or chartreuse from the 1950s, which often command higher prices than the common harvest gold or avocado green of the 1970s.

Items in This Collection

• Tupperware Storage Containers
• Tupperware Colander
• Tupperware Lettuce Keeper
• Tupperware Microwave Steamer
• Tupperware Wonderlier Bowl
• Vintage Tupperware Tumblers
• Tupperware Divided Serving Tray
• Tupperware Pickle Keeper
• Tupperware Servalier Canisters
• Tupperware Citrus Juicer
• Tupperware Quick Shaker
• Tupperware Tomato Keeper
• Tupperware Spice Shakers
• Tupperware Deli Keeper
• Tupperware Wonder Bowls
• Tupperware Modular Mates Set
• Tupperware Pie Slice Keeper
• Tupperware Square Cake Taker
• Tupperware Pitcher and Cup Set
• Tupperware Crisp-It Lettuce Keeper