Assay Office Birmingham News

A comprehensive audit covered The Assay Office's diverse range of services, which extend far beyond its statutory duty of assaying and hallmarking.  Policies and procedures for hallmarking, precious metal melt and assay, and all the other analytical services carried out by The Laboratory came under scrutiny. AnchorCert's gemmological services were also included, giving the Certification an extremely wide scope. An active supporter of Fairtrade Gold and CIBJO, The World Jewellery Confeder…

[/caption] Suki Singh, is an important member of the laser team, with more than 10 years hallmarking experience at The Birmingham Assay Office. But it’s his real passion for laser relief marking, graphic design, Photoshop and photography (for which he has a City & Guilds qualification with Distinction in Digital photography) that has allowed Suki to develop the skills to create stunning and intricate laser graphics.  He recently laser hallmarked and laser inscribed 2 sterling s…

The Great Debate has moved on another stride and this year showcases three very different companies who are “Making a Difference” in their own individual way. Now in its sixth year, The Great Debate will be held at the International Jewellery London Show on Monday 3rd September starting at 12 noon.   The debate is a joint initiative between The Birmingham Assay Office and Reed Exhibitions. The event focuses on ethical, social, humanitarian and environmental issues in the …