Congratulations to Darren Abbott who is the lucky winner of a pair of Deakin & Francis Enamel Cufflinks - just in time for Father's Day! N 2) How many different "Collections" are there in the Collection section of the Deakin & Francis website Vinaigrette The cufflinks are now on their way to Darren and will arrive in time for Father's Day this Sunday. Many Thanks to Deakin & Francis for supplying us with the prize. If you took part in the competition and you…

The silverware, coins and library collection of Assay Office Birmingham are now available to view and search online. Oral Historian, Helen Lloyd conducted 29 interviews with current staff, Wardens, Guardians, customers and former employees to create a unique audio archive that captures the voices and memories of the people who have worked for the Assay Office and others in the Jewellery Quarter who have a close association with it. The result is a fascinating insight into a business that was…

Win a pair of wonderful enamel cufflinks worth hundreds of pounds, made by the internationally renowned company – Deakin & Francis.  Any Dad would be delighted to own these.     In order to win this lovely prize, just answer the following questions below.........   What is the date letter for 2012? HINT: To find out the answer to this question, visit the Hallmarking Date Letters section on the Assay Office Birmingham website http://www.theassayoffice.co.…

AnchorCert Analytical staff enjoyed a very successful Giftware Association Members Day, which took place at the Giftware Association's headquarters in  Federation House, Birmingham. During the day, there were talks given by Richard Hill and Daniel Sinclair Taylor, who discussed new methods of doing business, from marketing to funding. Attendees also heard about how the industry is changing and evolving.. It was also great to see fellow attendees collecting their Anchor …