De Franco Designs — Local services in El Paso

I searched Google for jewelry repair 'near me' and landed at De Franco Designs after reading reviews on several much larger operations. I prefer to use an independent business when I can and despite relatively few reviews for De Franco they were strong enough to warrant giving them a try.

My beautiful wife's engagement ring needed some sprucing up after 25 years. The arms holding the stone had become bent and worn, so rather than risk losing the stone I took it in for repair.

Once inside, the owners were welcoming and we quickly determined the crown needed to be replaced rather than attempting to repair the existing crown. They messaged my phone in 48 hours to say the repair was complete. In larger chain stores, such a repair would take much longer as they tend to farm out repairs to a single source who is collecting work from many sources, but De Franco did the work themselves. When I picked up the ring I half expected to receive only the repaired ring and not the old crown. Scraps of gold are often simply lost to the 'repair system' in place, in my experience, but De Franco also returned the old crown.

So, the store was welcoming, the owners engaging, the work was fast, the price was fair....and this was a first-time experience. Why...

This place is amazing!! The owner, Patricia, is an amazing lady who will take time and really talk to you and educate on the varied gem stones they have. They design and create their own jewelry as well as carry a truly wonderful selection of unique estate jewelry. My husband has bought me several pieces, one being a silver mermaid ring that is so unique and fun! I could...

I had such an awesome experience here! I went and spent 2.5 hours with this lovely lady! Patricia, the owner, took time out of her day to educate me, and showed me all kinds of precious raw stones. If you’re looking for that perfect piece- look no further! Go in, let her help guide you, and find what you’ve been waiting to wear!!!!❤️

I can’t wait to get my ring...