The team utilizes the latest cutting edge technology to create the highest quality hallmarking punches needed to produce a perfect hallmark. The date letter, which is an optional mark, can be requested to be applied to any article which is submitted for statutory hallmarking. For more information on the full range of punch services available Tel: 0871 871 6020 or Email: gem@theassayoffice.co.uk

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The compliance level is very low at less than 0.05%(500ppm) and ensuring that all lead is extracted from the sample is crucial. Some tests are being carried out using an American method originally developed to analyse sediments, soil and sludge for environmental purposes. It is completely unsuitable for glass, ceramics and compounds. Comparative testing by The Laboratory has consistently proven this Method EPA 3050B to be ineffective in checking for compliance with the lead regulation for gl…