Christmas time is fast approaching and 2015 is almost upon us, but before you think about what gifts you are going to buy for your loved one's, why not take up a one day training course at Assay Office Birmingham?! Tuesday 11th November 2014 £75 + VAT per delegate Understanding Diamonds This hands on course provides an in depth understanding of diamonds and improve delegates’ confidence when selling. Loose stones will be studied and delegates will gain a greater understandin…

Coming up on Wednesday 1st October is the latest edition of the Understanding Hallmarking training course. This course offers delegates a unique opportunity to visit the historic Assay Office Birmingham building before we move into new premises in 2015. The course allows you to: • Tour the Hallmarking floor and the opportunity to ‘have a go’ at Hallmarking • Learn all about the history of Hallmarking in the UK • Gain an overview of the Hallmark…

Do you really know what your precious jewellery possessions are worth? Are your valuables adequately insured against theft, loss or even repairs? Would you be able to prove ownership of all of your valuable jewellery items should they go missing? This is a rare opportunity to have your Jewellery, Watches and Silverware valued in the historic surrounds of Assay Office Birmingham. The next Jewellery, Watch and Silverware Valuation Event Day is taking place at Assay Office Birmingham on: …