{"product_id":"vintage-sterling-silver-band-ring-wm-04356","title":"Vintage Sterling Silver Band Ring WM Wheeler Manufacturing Dome Wedding Minimalist","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is a vintage classic dome sterling silver minimalist ring or wedding band ring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis jewelry piece stamped with “STER WM” or “WM Sterling” is most frequently attributed to Wheeler Manufacturing Co., a well-known American jewelry manufacturer based in Lemmon, South Dakota.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbout the Marks\u003cbr\u003e\nWM: This is the maker's mark identifying the artisan or manufacturing company. Wheeler Manufacturing used \"WM STER\", \"WMCo\", or a conjoined WM logo flanked by a 'C' and 'O' on their mid-century and vintage lines.\u003cbr\u003e\nHistorical Context: Founded in 1936, Wheeler Manufacturing famously supplied souvenir and Southwestern style jewelry to gift shops, national parks, and retailers across the United States. They frequently incorporated local stones like agate, abalone, or turquoise into their classic sterling bands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis vintage sterling silver band ring features a minimalist design and timeless appeal. Marked \"WM Sterling,\" it showcases quality craftsmanship and understated elegance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Marked \"WM Sterling\" inside\u003cbr\u003e\n• Band width approximately 6mm\u003cbr\u003e\n• Minimalist design, smooth finish\u003cbr\u003e\n• Timeless vintage style\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSize 4.75\"; band width approximately .25\".\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pauline Stanley Studio","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48184340480226,"sku":null,"price":65.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0104\/2949\/7402\/files\/il_fullxfull.8357195066_ffdx.jpg?v=1786280406","url":"https:\/\/therarebirdco.com\/products\/vintage-sterling-silver-band-ring-wm-04356","provider":"Pauline Stanley Studio + Rare Bird Co.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}