A vintage CorningWare large 2-1/2 quart casserole dish with fin lid. Second generation with early , VERY RARE smudged blue painted mark on the bottom (pre letter codes). Mid-Century Modern rounded square shape. Blue cornflower design on two sides, two handles (smaller than modern) indicative of the time period. Made in the United States in 1960 or 1961.
Painted stamp on the bottom reads “Corning * Ware (R) 2 1/2 QT. PYROCERAM Made in the U.S.A.
In good preowned condition. Some minor scuffs and light scratches from previous use on inside, and bottom. No chips or cracks on the white dish. See images for details.