Follow us on LinkedIn ? Manganese, one of the most versatile chemical elements, serves as an important raw material for innumerable applications, particularly the production of steel. Electrolytic manganese, a highly refined form of the metal, is also used, though in smaller quantities for manufacturing battery parts. The metal is also utilized in chemical applications such as formulation of inorganic salts and carboxylates, medicines, and catalysts, and rust proofing in metals. The other key application areas of manganese include plant fertilizers, animal feed, pigments in ceramics, brick colorants, coatings that expedite drying of paints and enamels, fuel oil additive, matches and glass materials. Steel continues to be the largest and most influential end-use market for manganese and market prospects are heavily tied to the industry. More than 90% of manganese consumption is used in steel industry, and due to this strong link, manganese consumption serves an index of industrial growth and in turn an indicator of economic growth. Most of the world?s manganese resources are found in select countries including Australia, South Africa, Gabon, and Brazil. India and Gabon supply large quantities to the West, and have of late reduced exports of low- and medium-grade ore. China has emerged as a major reserve for manganese, although most of the deposits are of low-grade ore, the quality of which needs to be improved.

The steady slump in steel production from mid 2011 precipitated the shortfall in Chinese Manganese. imports, in addition to triggering the fall of international manganese prices, thereby making manganese the worst performing metal commodity of the year. Prices were strained further by the rising Chinese inventory, as well as the oversupply from Indonesia and South Africa. The downhill movement of prices squeezed profit margins of manganese producers, with manganese ore prices falling to US$ 4.75 dmtu, inching closer to the breakeven level – US$ 3.50 per dmtu ? at which high cost mining operations would be forced to shut down. With the threat of closure looming high, domestic producers in China cut down production in a bid to arrest the price fall, while several suppliers withheld stocks from the market due to the weak prices.

Recent innovations in the green energy sector are boosting demand for electrolytic manganese metal (EMM) and electrolytic manganese dioxide (EMD), thereby representing a potential boon for the North American manganese industry. EMM, a highly purified form of manganese is being increasingly used for fabricating cathodes, while EMD, a more refined variety of EMM is being used to produce anodes of the lithium-ion batteries that power electric vehicles. Given the rapidly expanding consumer base for electric cars, the United States is the leading global market for EMD and EMM. On a global scale, EMD and EMM, two highly-refined forms of manganese metal, are increasingly finding application in the production of lithium-ion batteries that power electric vehicles and other green energy applications. The demand for EMD from primary battery makers is projected to remain flat, while that from Li-on secondary battery manufacturers is anticipated to soar in the near term.

Asia-Pacific, led almost completely by China, represents the single-largest opportunity for the manganese market, accounting for a substantial share of the worldwide consumption, as stated by the new market research report on Manganese. With heavyweight China strongly influencing the global demand-supply balance, the Asia Pacific region is also slated to expand at the strongest pace of 8.8% through 2017. Within the product segments, SiMn Alloy dominates in terms of market size, as well as the overall growth rate over the analysis period.

Major market participants profiled in the report include Assmang Ltd, Carus Corporation, Compania Minera Autlan, S.A.B. De CV, Eramet SA, Manganese Metal Company, Nippon Denko Company Ltd and Vale.

The research report titled ?Manganese: A Global Strategic Business Report? announced by Global Industry Analysts Inc., sheds light on the major market trends that are shaping manganese markets in the post-recession scenario. Besides highlighting the key market growth deterrents and drivers, the report provides a snapshot of the competitive landscape and recent industry activity. Analytics are presented in terms of annual consumption volume for the years 2009 through 2017 with breakdown of geographic markets, including US, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America and Rest of World (comprising Middle East and African countries). The report also proffers annual estimates and projections for the four major product segments, namely Ferro Manganese SilicoManganese, Refined Ferro Manganese, and Non-Ferrous Manganese Alloys. Key end-use segments analyzed include Steel Production, Battery Production and Other Applications. The study also provides historic data for an insight into market evolution over the period 2003 through 2008.

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Follow us on LinkedIn ? The recent economic recession has brought about a significant demographic change in the demand for luxury watches, as the momentum in the market shifted away from developed markets such as US and Europe to developing regions such as Asia-Pacific and Latin America even in countries such as Saudi Arabia, and UAE. Booming economies, increase in income levels and discretionary spending in most of the developing markets, particularly China, India, and Brazil are driving demand for expensive watches and clocks in these regions. Limited edition watches developed by leading brands such as Patek Philippe, Rolex, Richard Mille and Cartier have witnessed tremendous demand particularly in emerging markets. Piaget, registered single-digit growth in 2009 despite economic recession, mainly due to demand for its range of luxury watches in emerging economies. After posting significant decline in dollar sales in 2009, Luxury watches market in Europe and the US is now steadily regaining lost ground, owing to resurgence in global economy. With improvement in discretionary incomes, consumers are gradually shifting from away considering watches as once-in-a-lifetime purchase to buying wide array of watches to complement outfits, hobbies and their social status. The products gaining major importance are the ones with fashion statement complemented with simple designs. Various materials in different colors and finishing are used for housing and casing and for wristbands such as leather, plastic, metal and wood. In the EU, where nickel is banned for use in watches, stainless steel requiring no electroplating shows a growing demand. Digital sports watches are also gaining market share on the grounds of sport-related promotional campaigns and growing health awareness.

Rising income levels and increasing purchasing power of many young affluent professionals provides an opportunity for watch manufacturers to tap substantial demand for ultra luxury watches. As an effort towards this end, global luxury-watch brands are competing with each other to introduce innovative watches with new technology, design and materials. Key luxury watch companies across the globe are focusing on meeting all the necessary prerequisites for competing with the Swiss manufacturers such as Rolex, Swatch Group and Richemont, which lord over luxury watch segment. Presenting watches that feature advanced capabilities such as use of robots, hi-tech coating, and advanced materials such as ceramics and titanium, Swiss manufacturers have set a standard in luxury watches market. Switzerland continues to reign as a worldwide leader in watch production, banking on strength of its luxury watch business. Swiss watches are preferred for their high quality and low cost. Asia, particularly, Japan and Singapore are major markets for Swiss watches.

Price of watches depend upon the material used for making watches. For instance, the watches made by using electronic gadgets will cost lesser than the watch made by using non-electronic materials such as diamonds, gold or silver. The cost of electronic watches ranges from US$ 50 to US$ 100, while the cost of diamond watches is in thousands of dollars. Watches in luxury (US$ 1000-US$ 5000 pricing category garnering a substantial share of the market, lost their sheen during 2009, especially in mature markets such as US and Europe as consumers found it difficult to justify big spending. In direct contrast to the scenario, mass (Under $ 50) priced watches are fared relatively better than the expensive versions during recession. Steady sales of mass-priced watches, including plastic watches stand testimony to the recession induced change in consumer perspective over purchase of watches and clocks. However, given that the consumers search for a sturdy value proposition is a common thread that runs through all market segments, expensive watches featuring bold and innovative themes continued to find buyers despite difficult economic conditions, while classic watches found demand as collector?s items.

Europe represents the largest worldwide market, spurred by consumer confidence, emerging fashion trends and new product developments, as stated by the new market research report on Watches and Clocks. The European market is led by analog timepieces and demand for clocks, watches and components are mainly driven by fashion trends rather than technological developments. Innovations therefore, are mainly in the form of design changes. Asia-Pacific, led by China, Hong Kong, India, Taiwan and others is forecast to record the fastest gains at a strong CAGR of 3.6% though 2017.

Major players profiled in the report include Bulgari, Bulova, Cartier SA, Casio Computer Co., Ltd., Chopard, Citizen Holdings Co., Ltd., Compagnie Financi?re Richemont International, Fossil, Inc., Gucci Group, Hermes International, Hindustan Machine Tools, Junghans Uhren GmbH, LVMH Moet Hennessy Louis Vuitton SA, Tag Heuer International SA, Movado Group, Inc., Patek Philippe SA, Rhythm Watch Co., Ltd., Rolex SA, Seiko Holdings Corporation, Seiko Corporation of America, The Swatch Group Ltd., Timex Group USA Inc, Timex Group India Ltd., Titan Industries Ltd., among others.

The research report titled ?Watches and Clocks: A Global Strategic Business Report? announced by Global Industry Analysts Inc., provides a comprehensive review of the watches and clocks markets, current market trends, key growth drivers, recent product introductions, recent industry activity, and profiles of key/niche global and regional market participants. Market estimates and projections in this study are presented for the following geographic markets ? US, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific, the Middle East, and Latin America. Key product segments for watches analyzed include, Mass (Under $ 50); Middle ($ 50 – $ 299); Upper ($ 300 – $ 999) and Luxury ($ 1000 – $ 5000). The study also provides historic data for an insight into market evolution over the period 2003 through 2008.

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M S International, Inc. (?MSI?), a leading distributor of natural stone and porcelain, will feature a recently designed 2,400 square foot exhibit of its flooring, countertop, landscape, and wall tile offerings at the Coverings 2012 natural stone and tile tradeshow. This international trade fair exclusively showcases the newest trends in the industry and will be held in Orlando, FL from April 17th ? April 20th. MSI booth numbers are 4140 and 4143.

MSI will feature its extensive product line of more than 500 colors from 36 countries, including 50 new colors of natural stone, 10 new lines of porcelain, a new rectangular tile collection and over 100 new wall tile designs.

Manu Shah, CEO of MSI commented ?Our newly designed trade show booth includes extensive use of media and technology, sleek curved panels, completely redesigned sample boards, and seating areas for discussions.? He continues, ?We decided to incorporate a clean and fresh look to more effectively display our exciting and innovative products. We look forward to showing our customers our new product introductions for 2012.?

Founded in 1975, MSI is a leading distributor of flooring, countertop, wall tile, and landscaping products. Headquartered in Orange, California, MSI also maintains 13 distribution centers across the United States and Canada. MSI?s product line includes granite, marble, travertine, slate, limestone, and other natural stone products imported from over 36 countries in six continents. In addition, MSI carries an extensive offering of porcelain, ceramic, glass, and quartz products. The company imports over 18,000 containers per year and maintains an inventory of over 50 million square feet. For more information on MSI, visit http://www.msistone.com.

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Royal, breathtaking, and traditionally handcrafted using the same techniques used during the Song Dynasty, Puzhen Life is thrilled to announce the new line of Jun Kiln Porcelain available on http://www.puzhen.com today. These high-line ceramics are designed to bring ancient Chinese culture to the modern home. Enjoy Jun Kiln Porcelain beautifully handmade tea sets, cups, and saucers. Puzhen?s Jun Kiln Porcelain series revives the royal history and national treasure of the Song Dynasty?s Official Kiln-made Jun Porcelain, inviting ancient traditions to the modern home.

?The integration of classic art and modern life is the wave of the future, and Puzhen Life is glad to be on the tip of the wave rather than behind it,? said Leander, the General Manager of Puzhen.

As a nation with an ancient civilization, China has a long and glorious ceramic history. The renowned kilns from the Song Dynasty, the Yuan Dynasty, which is famous for the blue and white pattern, and the Ming and Qing Dynasty, which are known for their polychromes, created pieces of Jun Kiln Porcelain that are dazzling and brilliant, shining like a bright pearl in the ceramic history in China and the world. Among them is the much acclaimed ?national treasure,? the Song Dynasty?s Official Kiln-made Jun Porcelain, which is a true masterpiece and deemed a miracle that is unsurpassed in the history of Chinese ceramics. Jun Kiln-made Porcelain is the crown jewel among all types of ancient Chinese ceramics.

The Song Dynasty?s Jun Kiln-made Porcelain is the top amongst the five famous kilns in China. It became famous during the Song Dynasty as it was used exclusively by royal families, handed down for generations as a royal treasure. It represents elegance and nobility, a symbol of elite social status and identity. As a pinnacle in the glorious history of Chinese ceramics, official Jun Kiln Porcelain is highly sought after by ceramics lovers around the world.

Puzhen Life?s Jun Kiln Porcelain Series stays true to the company culture of ?Inheriting the Tradition and Returning to Origin? by strictly following the Song Dynasty?s royal porcelain craftsmanship using the traditional pug and enamel coloring, porcelain modeling, and wood-kiln firing. By recreating the classical Royal Porcelain with a brand name, Puzhen Life is reenacting the grandeur of the Song Dynasty?s Jun Porcelain with the extreme of ancient methods. Puzhen meticulously strives to return to traditional royalty of the Song Dynasty by reproducing the classic beauty of Jun Kiln Porcelain. Invite ancient traditions to your home and experience the classical beauty of the traditional Chinese art and culture.

Watch a video of Puzhen?s Jun Kiln Porcelain?s Craftsmanship.

Shop Puzhen?s Jun Kiln Porcelain collection today.

About Puzhen Life USA

Puzhen Life creates the way of living that enables our mind to return to the realm of purity. Puzhen?s products are designed to introduce the spirit of ancient China to today?s lifestyle, empowering you to achieve equilibrium of body, mind, and soul while engaging your five senses. Puzhen’s products utilize merge Chinese craftsmanship with modern technology. The way the Pu-er tea is grown and harvested dates back to ancient times. Hand make aroma diffusers and ceramics are created with the same methods used thousands of years ago in China. Shop Puzhen?s product lines today!

Enter Puzhen?s Spring Contest on Facebook today for a chance to WIN a Bamboo Ultrasonic Aroma Diffuser & a bottle of pure Essential Oil blend for aromatherapy enjoyment.

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While ALON has comparable mechanical (hardness and strength) and dielectric properties to alumina, its transparency and superior chemical resistance makes it a preferred, and ?See Through? alternative for many applications. Current applications of ALON such as transparent armor, sensor and reconnaissance windows and domes exploit its unique combination of optical (UV to MWIR transparency), mechanical (high hardness, strength and durability) properties.

This new bonding technology, will extend the application of ALON to new applications, including Oil and Gas drilling where ceramic and metal components must be joined.

Founded in 1982, Surmet Corporation is an Advanced Materials Technology Company, with a vertically integrated manufacturing capability. In addition to multiple facilities in Massachusetts, including its Headquarters, Surmet also has R&D and manufacturing facilities in Buffalo, NY and Murrieta, CA.

Surmet thanks the US Department of Defense and Department of Energy for their support through R&D and technology transition funding.

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San Francisco tub refinishing specialists, Bay Area Coatings, is introducing new products with zero V.O.C, or volatile organic compound chemicals, that can cause high-vapor pressure at ordinary, room-temperature conditions. Zero V.O.C products are one way to use environmental healthy materials. The products are ideal for hospitals, commercial spaces, private properties and community houses.

Along with offering new and improved products, Bay Area Coatings recently relocated to Fremont. The company is now located in a larger and better place that provides the best showroom possible.

?David Ramos of Bay Area Coatings has been refinishing tubs, showers and tile for us for several years now. We own a very busy San Francisco real estate staging company; we need great work at reasonable prices, and we need it fast!? Mark Miller of Spaces Design said.

?David?s service is always prompt and courteous, and the quality of his work is sensational. We can?t imagine using anyone else for this kind of work.?

Ceramic tile resurfacing specialists, Bay Area Coatings is also currently featuring a hotel special. Clients will benefit from 10-percent off when scheduling 40 jobs at time. The company guarantees a fast turnaround within four hours.

For more information about its green products, the hotel special, or any of Bay Area Coatings? products or services, call 510-739-1920 or view the company on the web at http://www.bayareacoatings.com.

About Bay Area Coatings

Bay Area Coatings has been serving the San Francisco Bay Area since 1990. The company specializes in countertop, sink and bathtub refinishing and carries a five-year warranty on materials and labor. In addition to individual residential projects, Bay Area Coatings also services multiple units, such as apartments and hotels, with a professional staff who is ready to ensure all projects are completed in a safe manner.

TeNo Stainless Steel Jewelry, Watches and Accessories, the leaders in stainless steel jewelry designs, recently launched their newest contest on Facebook. One lucky fan will win $ 500 towards a pair of their dream wedding bands at TeNo.com

Fans can enter by submitting their contact information via the Teno.com Facebook contest tab on their fan page. They also need to answer one important question: What is their current relationship status on Facebook and why they would like to change it to ?married?? Entrants are required to follow contest rules and guidelines which are posted on the the official Facebook contest page. To be eligible for the contest, all applicants must be a fan of TeNo.com on Facebook and enter by March 31st.

?We are excited to launch another contest on Facebook,? said Nadine Kluger, Marketing Director at TeNo.com. ?Our partnership bands are perfect for any couple who loves modern simplicity in their jewelry.?

TeNo Stainless Steel partnership rings and wedding bands range from basic stainless steel for as low as $ 79 in different widths to the ?De Luxx? collection with diamond rings up to $ 9000. TeNo offers everything in between as well with styles in 18kt. Yellow Gold, Rose Gold, Ceramic, and with Pearls. All TeNo jewelry, watches and accessories are made in Germany.

To become a fan of TeNo.com’s Facebook page and learn more about their current contests, promotions, and communicate with other fans, please ?like? them today at http://www.facebook.com/tenocom.

About TeNo.com: TeNo products are crafted by prestigious German jewelry and watch manufacturer, Heinz Schwarz, GmbH, and distributed throughout the world. TeNo uses new and progressive materials in their creations. TeNo mixes rubber and ceramics with diamonds, sapphires, gold, pearls, wood and steel to design a unique concept for a modern lifestyle, expressing elements of both tradition and innovation. TeNo jewelry and watches are made from the finest stainless steel that is free of nickel. With this successful concept, Tenology is sweeping the nation.

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The 10th Annual Indian Wells Arts Festival will take place this April 6, 7, 8, 2012 at the Indian Wells Tennis Garden located at 78-200 Miles Avenue. Each day the festival will open at 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. with gates closing at 4:30 p.m. The public is invited to attend.

?This is the valley?s biggest annual festival that draws in over 200 highly acclaimed judged and juried artists from all over the world,? explains festival producer Dianne Funk. ?But it?s not only a place to browse and buy art. We are known as a unique festival because we also provide entertainment for our guests through a bevy of interactive art and enrichment activities, where the public can participate and watch live on-site creations with a variety of artists.?

This includes a selection of special exhibitions from a variety of local artists and organizations including:

A special art collaboration project called ?Remember the Past ? It?s Key to the Future? created by the girls in the mentoring program Ophelia Project

?Glass is Haute? ? on site glass blowing demonstrations by glass artist Bruce Freund

Live creation of a sand mermaid sculpture in the ?Sea to Sand? installation

?Rock Star? David Falossi?s creation of an on-site stone sculpture over the course of the festival

Artist Ryan Campbell?s on site creation of the mural ?Living Room Landscape?

Palm Springs Unified School District?s ?Color Me Critters? project that invites the public to help paint a large-scale banner

Spray paint artist Aaron Hansen?s large-scale production of the mural ?Spirit of the Age?

S.C.R.A.P. Gallery?s ?Wireless Cells? recycle project where kids can create original mobile devices without cell towers and the returning ?Recycle Bicycle? exhibit

A roving on site photography project by the students of the Cathedral City High School?s Digital Arts Academy

At the festival, ranked one of the ?100 Best Fine Art Shows in the country? by Sunshine Artist Magazine and ?Best of the Best? by Palm Springs Like Magazine, visitors can meet the artists, watch them create their work, and purchase items that range from traditional paintings and sculpture to handcrafted jewelry, ceramic, glass and more.

Back by popular demand, the ?Sunday Eggs + Champagne in the Garden? brunch menu alfresco is offered till noon, complemented by live entertainment.

Food, spirits and live performance will accentuate the entire experience with musical acts such as INCENDIO (Latin Guitar World Fusion), the Lao Tizer Jazz group, Jerome Elliot Cabaret, OperaArts singers, Aztec Dancers, Folklorico/Mariachi bands and more.

Featured artist Mario Cespedes of Brazil created the image for this year?s 10th Anniversary commemorative print. His inspirational painting ?Viaje Mistico? (Mystical Journey) captures the energy of renewal and transformation. Signed commemorative prints will be available at the Festival or can be purchased online at http://www.indianwellsartsfestival.com.

Other offerings include a Children?s Creative Zone, sidewalk chalk drawing, and a gourmet marketplace featuring handmade soaps, lotions, confections, and gourmet culinary items.

Community partners who help staff the festival with volunteers and other special projects include Marks Art Center, Old Town Artisan Studio, Healthy Family Foundation, Palm Springs Unified School District and Washington Charter School.

Tickets for the festival are $ 12 for adults with children under 12 admitted for free. Parking is free and valet is available. For advance tickets, poster orders or further information, visit online at http://www.indianwellsartsfestival.com or by calling 760-346-0042.

Join us on March 17th at 1:00pm at the Arizona Fine Art EXPO, as Tom Martin of Luna Bronze & artist Hal Stewart will demonstrate clay mold making for all the patrons.

Tom Martin, owner of Luna Bronze Foundry in Heber City, Utah, and sculptor Hal Stewart, will be demonstrating a 5000 year old process know as ?Los Wax?. Stewart life size sculpture ?Pima Basket Carrier? stands over 8ft tall and will be divided into approximately 8 to 10 segments for producing the molds.

Each clay piece is painted with a synthetic rubber, covered with a plaster shell, which becomes a ?negative? of the original clay sculpture. This process involves pouring wax inside the rubber mold, creating a ?positive? mold. Not until the wax has cooled is the rubber form pulled away. The molds will then be sent to Luna Bronze Foundry for the completion. Once it arrives the fabrication begins, which is dipping the wax mold into a ceramic solution to harden then placed into a high temperature furnace. During this process the wax melts out leaving a hollow ceramic mold. Bronze is melted to a molten state and ready to be poured into the ceramic cast, left to harden and cool. Once the bronze has solidified and cooled completely, the ceramic shell can be chipped away, revealing an exact replica of the original clay statue.

This mold making method is educational and open to the public for a great learning experience to be enjoyed by the entire family.

What:????????Clay Mold Making Demonstration

When:????Saturday, March 17th – Beginning at 1pm

Where:????Arizona Fine Art EXPO

Address:????26540 N. Scottsdale Rd – SW corner of Jomax & Scottsdale Roads

Directions:????5 miles north of Loop 101 & 5 miles south of Carefree

Admission:????Mention the Mold Demonstration for free admission.

For more Info:Call 480-837-7163

March 17th is also Veterans Day at the EXPO.

The Arizona Fine Art EXPO celebrates and thanks our U.S. Veterans by offering FREE ADMISSION. The other event taking place is ?Painting Live Ponies?. Horses Help charity will transport their ponies to the biggest live horse painting event of the year in Arizona. Renowned artists, Bob Coonts and Gene Dieckhoner, both previous winners of retired collectable sculptures of the Trail of Painted Ponies and participating artists at the EXPO, will paint the larger pony. The participating veterans from the charity American Healing Arts Foundation, will paint the second pony and The Children of Fallen Heroes will paint the miniature pony. Attending veterans are welcome to join in. The horses are painted with tempura paint, which is harmless to animals.????The gathering will take place in the 2-acre sculpture garden at the Arizona Fine Art EXPO, from 1pm to 5pm.

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Customers may now take advantage of Gioia Italian Art and Products? already low prices on Italian jewelry, ceramics, flatware, inlaid wood from Sorrento, and Italian statuary and stone, with an additional discount by utilizing the code word ?mask? through April 30.

?With a glass of wine or cup of tea, relax and enjoy the Italian shopping experience with Gioia Company Italian Gifts online?s client appreciation sale by visiting http://www.gioiacompany.com and entering the word ?mask? at checkout,? Kathy Winkelman of Gioia Company said.

Gioia Company?s website offers products for all occasions, including weddings, birthdays and graduations, or items just for personal enjoyment. For all online transactions, Gioia Company promises to care for client purchases and treat the customers as if they are face-to-face.

?I received the mask yesterday afternoon, and it is lovely! It looks exactly like the photo and made me smile at how much time you took to package it so nicely. My friends and I had a wonderful New Year?s–the mask was perfect, and I received many compliments that evening!? a customer from New Jersey said.

Enjoy Gioia?s beautiful website by watching mask making videos, learning about artists, reading its blog, browsing through Italian gifts or following links to interesting information about Italian culture, recipes and products. Click on the link to Gioia?s Facebook page to peruse wineries and events via its photo albums. Gioia Italian Art and Products appreciates its clients and invites everyone to join the family by liking Gioia on Facebook or sharing it on Pinterest.

?Everyone enjoyed their Christmas gifts from Gioia. So, we?ll be back,? said one customer from Santa Clara, Calif.

For more information about the promotional discount or any of Gioia Company?s products or services, call 408-640-6628 or view the company on the web at http://www.gioiacompany.com. Gioia Company is always open by appointment.

About Gioia Company

Gioia Company is a Los Gatos based, specialty online company that provides fine Italian art and unique Italian gifts to destinations near and far. Founded in 2006, the company derives from a strong tradition of old world hospitality, time-honored craftsmanship and a passion for the Italian arts. Collecting only the most unique and astounding pieces, Gioia extends an array of artistic selections, such as Venetian masks, jewelry, sculptures, inlaid wood, Italian linens, laces, statuary, stones, kitchenwares and more.

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