Michael Allchin on his visit to Brussels[/caption]  The Birmingham Assay Office is working with those who can influence the legislation for the good of the industry, while still protecting the consumer.

The legislation is enforceable from 9th October 2013 and many customers have been asking for a test to verify that glass components in jewellery and watches fall within the recognised definition of “crystal glass.”    

THE ROYAL BABY HAS ARRIVED - IT'S A BOY! Congratulations to the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge on the birth of their baby son. The Duchess of Cambridge gives birth to a healthy baby and future King weighing 8lb 6oz at 4.24pm with Prince William by her side The Queen and Duke of Edinburgh are said to be 'delighted' at news of their great grandson's birth. Kate was admitted to hospital at around 5.30am and arrived by car with Prince William. The Future king was born at the same hospi…

  A collection of Arabesque-inspired rings has helped Hannah Kimber win this year’s Gemvision Matrix Award. Kimber is a graduate of the Birmingham City University School of Jewellery. The student award recognises not only creative design and craftsmanship, but also the use of Matrix CAD software. Gemvision’s Graham Dicks, one of the judges, said: “Hannah shows great understanding of the sophisticated design techniques of Matrix with her beautiful collection and she…