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“Jewels and Meaning” is the Priolo Family Blog. We believe that every piece of jewelry, given or received is imbued with meaning and experience. On our blog we will share your stories of romance and union, your experience of how beauty transforms, and our insights and inspirations.-
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Monthly Archives: November 2010
Carl Priolo tells why images of roses, apples and hearts make great jewelry
A woman came into our store today looking for another Sofia club bracelet to pair with her rose bracelet. We got to talking about the images and messages each bracelet conjured up. Roses, of course, evoke romantic love and after … Continue reading
Old diamond watch transformed into custom jewelry
As a long-time resident of Mill Valley, I had stopped to look at the gorgeous shiny things in the window of Sofia Jewelers many times. About a year ago, I decided to either sell or re-purpose several pieces of good … Continue reading
Custom design using heirloom diamonds and gold
This weekend I worked with a lovely woman who had inherited some multi-diamond rings in an old style she would never wear in its present form. Together we were able to come up with a custom design for a band, … Continue reading
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If I was in a fire..I would take my Priolo jewelry along with my family photos!
I so adore my Priolo and Co. bracelets, made of recycled silver. I always feel like I am wearing a true piece of art (sculpture, really) when I am adorned with one of my bracelets, rings or my gorgeous necklace. … Continue reading
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Casual elegance makes me feel more poised, more balanced.
Three bracelets casually piled together in a corner of Sofia’s window immediately caught our eyes as my wife and I approached the store. Entering, we were dazzled as usual by the wide array of beautiful objects to look at, and … Continue reading



