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Until 40 years ago, rare metals were unknown elements for most people, the exception being those who studied the Periodic Table of Elements in it's entirety. Today, these metals are essential for the connected society as they are used in robots, cars, artificial intelligence, nano-electronics, and more.

As the only organisation of its kind in the UK to have achieved this principal status, the independently certified award has helped Sheffield Assay Office to secure important contracts with customers who are committed to responsible sourcing and supply chain due diligence.

Every summer, Goldsmiths North brings the finest contemporary silverware and jewellery to the heart of Sheffield for one weekend only, in association with the Sheffield Assay Office and the Worshipful Company of Goldsmiths in the City of London.

Here at Sheffield Assay Office, we were delighted to host The Company of Master Jewellers on Thursday 12th March, for one of their Networking and Development days.

Here at Sheffield Assay Office, we pride ourselves on our friendly customer service, so there’s no wonder our customer feedback rating (net promotor score) is rated as ‘world class’. Read all about it here...

The Sheffield Assay Office gained accreditation from UKAS on 10th September 1982 and were the 12th laboratory in the country to do so. We are delighted to have maintained that accreditation for an impressive 38 years.

After over 30 years with the company, the team at Sheffield Assay Office bid a fond farewell to Paul Whitehead on Friday 21st February.

Assay Master, senior managers, and staff enjoyed a visit to The Royal Mint this week following an invitation from the Queen’s Assay Master.