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The British Hallmarking Council along with the four Assay Offices of the UK, have launched a new video to help consumers understand the importance of hallmarking.

When The Goldsmiths’ Centre announced the line-up for Shine 2021, its new Jewellery and Silversmithing showcase, Sheffield Assay Office were delighted to see that Josephine Gomersall had been selected as one of thirteen makers to showcase her work.

Cheryl Foster has worked for the Sheffield Assay Office for over 20 years and has now been elected by her peers to join The Guardians of the Standard of Wrought Plate, a body of people selected for their expertise to assist the Assay Master with the running of the business.

Due to the unprecedented high volume of work we are currently receiving we have made the difficult decision to temporarily suspend our Early Hall (next day) service until further notice.

The Analytical Services department here at Sheffield Assay Office recently made a donation to the Sheffield Steelers Under 14 Girls Football Team, enabling them to buy valuable kit for all the players.

On September 26th, staff from Sheffield Assay Office took part in the ASDA Foundation 10K, raising a fantastic £863 for St Luke's hospice.

In a new collaboration, the Silver Society is teaming up with the Goldsmiths’ Company and the Goldsmiths’ Centre to present an exciting online course on the history of British silver from the sixteenth century to the present day.

The British Hallmarking Council (BHC) announces a new initiative to provide support for the U.K. jewellery industry and to protect U.K. consumers through the launch of a new format for the Dealers Notice, a new digital asset explaining the vital information contained in a hallmark and a new campaign encouraging jewellers to give high visibility to the importance of hallmarking online.