Latest News & Press

Hailing the Hallmark: Sheffield Assay Master Interviewed by Professional Jeweller

Published: 29th June 2023

In 2023, Sheffield Assay Office is celebrating its 250th anniversary. Our Assay Master, Ashley Carson sits down with Professional Jeweller magazine to discuss the growth and development of the office, and what needs to be done within the industry to better serve consumers.

Check out the original article below:

Visit the Professional Jeweller website


The Sheffield Assay Office was established in 1773, under an Act of Parliament and today the company assays and hallmarks the precious metals - silver, gold, platinum and palladium. Sheffield Assay Office is one of only four UK assay offices who all work to uphold the Hallmarking Act of 1973 and continue to ensure consumer protection for customers purchasing precious metals.

To find out more about the whole range of services offered by Sheffield Assay Office, such as our hallmarking and analytical services, please email us at info@assayoffice.co.uk or complete the contact form on our website at http://www.assayoffice.co.uk/contact-us,

Sign up here to all the latest news from Sheffield Assay Office direct to your inbox

« Back to all news

Contact Us