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A third of “gold” jewellery being sold online is suspected to be unhallmarked and therefore may be fake, raising concerns that UK consumers are being duped by internet traders, according to data released today from the British Hallmarking Council (the UK’s hallmarking body) and the Goldsmiths’ Company Assay Office.

On Friday 18th October the Sheffield Assay Office staff and Guardians said farewell to retiring Chairman, Peter Hayes.

After in-depth discussion, a press release has been issued from the British Hallmarking Council on behalf of UK Assay Offices, detailing the potential effects on hallmarking post-Brexit.

A celebration of community with local people at its heart, this month witnessed the launch of the first-ever Community Champions Awards 2019.

Chemistry graduate, Sophie Langley, and qualified Silversmith, Colette Bishop, were recently elected from staff to join the 30 strong body of Guardians here at Sheffield.

Early civilisations discovered the benefits of silver, and babies fed with silver spoons were considered healthier. Discover more fascinating facts about silver.

Sheffield Assay Office scores top marks in the International Association of Assay Offices Round Robin tests.

The Dealer’s Notice, which must be displayed by all dealers supplying precious metal jewellery, is being updated to add two new marks, in a version that will be compulsory from 1 May 2020. Read on to find out more...