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**NOTICE TO OUR CUSTOMERS** Due to the unusually high winds causing a total loss of power in our area, we have had to close Sheffield Assay Office early today. We hope to be fully operational by Monday 21st Feb and hope everyone stays safe and well. Thank you.

Vicenzaoro, the largest show in Europe for the gold and jewellery industry, will take place in March 2022.

Jewel Ads recent Service & Technology Pop-up Event, aimed at showcasing the recently launched jewellery industry's online classified business-to-business directory, was a huge success!

Our recently introduced Diamond Verification Service is going from strength to strength and receiving excellent feedback.

The Sheffield Assay Office has been established since 1773, and has stood the test of time thanks to its integrity, innovation and a sustainable business model. Read on to find out more about our Responsible Jewellery Council membership and how we prioritise sustainability practices...

This International Women’s Day, join three designer-silversmiths – Holly Clifford, Helena Russell and Abigail Asher – for a lunchtime talk all about their Precious Little Gems submissions, currently on display at the Millennium Gallery.

Here at Sheffield Assay Office we are proud to be able to offer not only hallmarking to our customers but a diverse range of services, including melt and assay. 

A collaboration by Sheffield silversmiths, Francisca Onumah and Helena Russell, is currently on display at Jerwood Space, London as part of the Jerwood Art Fund Makers Open.