Jewellery Outlook: "Sheffield Assay Office offers first-rate service, collection and delivery"
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May
Wednesday 1st May 2019
Thank you to David Brough of Jewellery Outlook who featured the following article about the excellent service we provide here at Sheffield Assay Office, in their publication this month. Click here to read the article in full. Click here to read the full article. For further information about all of our services, or to arran…
The Use and Importance of Ferroalloys
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Apr
Thursday 25th April 2019
In the Analytical Services laboratory here at Sheffield Assay Office, we have great experience working with ferroalloys. But what exactly are they and what are they used for? Ferroalloys - an overview Ferroalloys is a term used to identify various alloys of iron with a high proportion of one or more other elements; e.g. Cr,…
New northern contemporary jewellery and silversmithing show announced
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Apr
Friday 12th April 2019
Organisers have chosen the magnificent Cutlers’ Hall in Sheffield as the back- drop for a new precious metals selling fair, the first of its kind in the region. Goldsmiths North will build on the success of The Goldsmiths’ Fair in London and the Elements Festival of Jewellery, Silver & Gold in Edinburgh when it takes…
New Hallmarking Team Takes Shape
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Apr
Friday 12th April 2019
Following his recent appointment as Hallmarking Production Manager, Danny Smith has been concentrating on building an excellent team around him to help drive the department forward and establish a solid foundation for future growth. The four key members of staff consist of Aaron Walker, Angela Shelley, Amy Guest and Jordan C…
Silver teapots by designer silversmith Cameron Maxfield unveiled at Millennium Gallery, Museums Sheffield
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Apr
Friday 12th April 2019
Cameron Maxfield (Max) is a master of his craft with a vast knowledge of traditional skills and a meticulous attention for detail. His work reflects his keen eye for contemporary design and employment of alternative methods and materials. He has a personal passion for the teapot, returning to and experimenting with the form over…
Did you know? We can hallmark articles of jewellery containing both precious metal and base metal or other materials
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Apr
Monday 8th April 2019
Since 2007, hallmarking legislation has allowed mixed metal items subject to the following conditions: A mixed precious metal and base metal article, or an article of mixed precious metal and other materials, can only be hallmarked if any precious metal component is at least the minimum legal fineness for that metal i.e. …
Head of Analytical Services - Dr Belen Morales: recognised as 'Woman in Science'
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Apr
Friday 5th April 2019
We are delighted that Dr Belen Morales, Head of Analytical Services here at Sheffield Assay Office, has been recognised as woman in science. "Women In Science Day is a reminder that women play a critical role in science and technology communities and that their participation should be strengthened. The celebration is led by UN…
Master and Mistress Cutler of The Company of Cutlers in Hallamshire visit the Sheffield Assay Office
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Apr
Monday 1st April 2019
Two well established organisations within the City of Sheffield met today to learn a little more about one another, the meeting of the Sheffield Assay Office and The Company of Cutlers of Hallamshire. The Assay Master, Mr Ashley Carson was delighted to host the Master and Mistress Cutler, Nick and Liz Cragg, on Friday 22ndM…