Kate And Roger

Yes, Kate Middleton wears hoop earrings. In fact, the Duchess of Cambridge has been photographed wearing hoop earrings on dozens of occasions. For example, she sported a pair of gold chain huggies during a visit to the Natural History Museum in 2021, and she wore gold hoops with dangling shamrock charms when visiting Ireland in 2020. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of hoop earrings.

Yes, Kate Spade does make leather bags. However, some of its printed bags are made from synthetic leather. In addition, the American designer brand produces handbags out of other materials like suede, canvas and satin. On 1stDibs, find a range of Kate Spade bags from some of the world's top boutiques.

Yes, some Rogers silver is worth something. Compared to original selling prices, many Rogers pieces have increased in value, but generally, complete sets of silverware tend to sell for more than individual pieces. The age, style, rarity and condition will impact the selling price of Rogers silver. It’s also very important to note that there are many silver firms with “Rogers” in their name (F.B. Rogers Silver Co., Wm. Rogers Mfg. Co., C. Rogers & Brothers, and more). A certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer can give you a more specific estimate of a particular piece's value as well as some history on the maker. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of antique silver.

What the IS mark means on Rogers silverware is International Silver. The company purchased Rogers in 1898, and its initials appeared on the silversmith's pieces afterward. The IS mark does not provide any indication of what type of silver a particular piece features. Shop a selection of Rogers silver wares on 1stDibs.

How old WM Rogers silverware is varies. William Rodgers produced silverware under his own name off and on from the 1840s to 1873. To find out the age of a particular silverware set, seek the help of a licensed appraiser. Find a collection of antique and vintage silverware on 1stDibs.

Yes, Rogers silverware is real silver, but how much silver the maker's pieces contain varies. The vast majority of Rogers silverware features silver plating, so it is predominantly a base metal with only a thin layer of silver over top. To determine the content of a particular piece, look for hallmarks on its surface. Then, use trusted online resources or work with an antiques specialist to determine the meaning of the marks. Collectors should note that there are in fact many silver firms with “Rogers” in their name (F.B. Rogers Silver Co., Wm. Rogers Mfg. Co., C. Rogers & Brothers, and more). Shop a collection of antique silverware on 1stDibs.

The kind of Cartier watch that Kate Middleton is known to wear is a Ballon Bleu. It is a stainless steel bracelet watch with blue hands driven by a Swiss quartz movement. On 1stDibs, find an assortment of Cartier Ballon Bleu watches from some of the world’s top sellers.

Partly. All 1847 Rogers Bros silverware is silverplate, which consists of a very thin layer of silver over a metal base made from copper, nickel or brass. “1847 Rogers Bros” is a trademark used starting in 1862, when Meriden Britannia Company purchased the hollowware division of Rogers Brothers Mfg. Co. and joined up with independent metalsmiths to form International Silver Co. Shop a range of antique and vintage Rogers Bros 1847 from top boutique sellers on 1stDibs.

Yes, Wm Rogers & Son is real silver. However, most pieces aren't solid silver. The silversmith worked predominantly in silver plate, which is a base metal finished with a thin layer of genuine silver. Shop a selection of Wm Rogers & Sons silver wares from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.