We are now only a couple of months away from what will prove to be a significant moment in the history of Assay Office Birmingham. With the move to a new building due to take place this Summer, we are presenting members of the general public with 2 final opportunities to visit a historic and unique building before we close our doors once and for all. If you require any further information, please contact us on T: 0121 262 1024 or E: gem@theassayoffice.co.uk. Assay Office Birmingham looks …

The new purpose built Assay Office Birmingham building located on the corner of Moreton Street and Icknield Street in the Jewellery Quarter is really starting to take shape! Logo's have now started to appear on hoarding's going around the building. Glass windows are now being fitted into position, which will give staff and customers a more realistic idea for what the building will look like upon completion of construction work. The Silver Collection Visits will take place on Monday 23rd…

Amethyst is the purple variety of quartz.  Fine amethysts have traditionally been set in religious jewellery and royal crown jewels. Throughout history, the gemstone has also been associated with mystical powers, and is supposed to convey strength and wit to those who wear it.  Over the centuries Amethyst has become more available and affordable making it one of the world’s most popular coloured gemstones and the most commercially important gem-quality quartz variety  …