Queen's Platinum Jubilee Commemorative Mark to be Withdrawn as a Mark of Respect
8
Sep
Thursday 8th September 2022
As a mark of respect, after the death of Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth II, the Platinum Jubilee commemorative mark will now be withdrawn from use by the four Assay Offices of the United Kingdom.
The Death of a Beloved Monarch
8
Sep
Thursday 8th September 2022
It is with immense sadness that we learn about the death of our beloved monarch, Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II.
Sheffield Assay Office Featured in The Jeweller Magazine
7
Sep
Wednesday 7th September 2022
The Jeweller is a quarterly magazine from the team at the National Association of Jewellers. In the latest issue, Sheffield Assay Master, Ashley Carson is interviewed by Belinda Morris and discusses everything from the importance of hallmarking to his own personal jewellery journey.
Countdown to Deadline for HALO Applications
2
Sep
Friday 2nd September 2022
With only two weeks to go until the deadline, the British Hallmarking Council and National Association of Jewellers are calling for any final entries to the inaugural HALO Award.
Sheffield Assay Office Becomes a Member of the NAJ
30
Aug
Tuesday 30th August 2022
We are delighted to announce that Sheffield Assay Office have recently become official members of the NAJ (National Association of Jewellers) - the UK’s Trade Association which represents the whole jewellery sector.
Raising Standards in the Jewellery Industry
30
Aug
Tuesday 30th August 2022
Earlier this year, the National Association of Jewellers unveiled a new whistleblower mailbox, to help support a drive for greater transparency and compliance within the UK jewellery industry.
Have Confidence in Your Vintage or Second Hand Jewellery
30
Aug
Tuesday 30th August 2022
As the cost of living costs increase, jewellery is one item which, due to it also being traded as a commodity, has a specific value in the market. Consumers may look to trade pieces in to raise some capital meaning that with an influx of jewellery into the market, there are some good deals available. However, this is an area where consumers need to tread carefully. Read on for more details.
HALO Award Deadline Extended as Initiative Makes Impact
15
Aug
Monday 15th August 2022
The Hallmarking Awareness and Learning Online (HALO) initiative, jointly organised by the British Hallmarking Council (BHC) and the National Association of Jewellers (NAJ) is making a huge impact and therefore, the deadline for entries has been extended to September 16th.