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Here's a chance for two of you to win a FREE PLACE on THE VERY LAST Understanding Hallmarking course which will take place at Assay Office Birmingham's historic home before the BIG MOVE to a new building this Summer.

In order to be in with a chance of winning, all you need to do is answer the following questions:

1) What is the name of the 13th Assay Master of Assay Office Birmingham?

2) Who was the maker of this Dish & Cover and in what year was it hallmarked?

3) How long has Assay Office Birmingham been it it's current home on Newhall Street?

E-MAIL YOUR ANSWERS TO gem@theassayoffice.co.uk WITH THE HEADING EASTER COMPETITION

COMPETITON CLOSES ON THURSDAY 9th APRIL

GOOD LUCK WITH THE COMPETITION!

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To find out the answer for question 2, go to:

http://www.theassayoffice.co.uk/heritage-hub/featured-items-from-the-silver-collection

To find out the answer for question 3, go to:

http://www.theassayoffice.co.uk/assay-office-birmingham/new-Assay-office

Here are details of the Course Contents.

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 Hallmarking Act and current legislation
Understand Hallmarks
Find out more about testing methods used in the Hallmarking process - XRF, cupellation and titration
View methods used to apply Hallmarks (Hand, Press and Laser Hallmarking)
Look at Tooling and Hallmarking Punches
Find out about other Hallmarks recognised in the UK - Convention Hallmarks
View Mixed Metal Hallmarking

The UNIQUE Assay Office Experience

As part of the hallmarking course you will have the chance to go behind the scenes of the Hallmarking floor, which is not open to the general public. During a special guided tour, you will see how Hallmarks are applied to precious metal items and jewellery and have the chance to have a go at Hallmarking. The course is ideal for those working in the jewellery or precious metal trades, collectors, and members of the public who would like to learn more about Hallmarking, including the history of Hallmarking in the UK and current legislation. The course provides three hours of Continuing Professional Development (CPD) activity.

The date for this course is Wednesday 15th April 2015.

Don't forget that you can still book onto one of our LAST REMAINING training courses which we have on offer before we move! There are only a few places left so GET IN QUICK to secure your place TODAY!

YOU CAN NOW BOOK AND PAY ONLINE!

VISIT OUR NEW ANCHORCERT ACADEMY WEBITE

http://www.theassayoffice.co.uk/academy/training-courses

The jewellery industry covers a wide variety of different areas, and when it comes to selling to customers, it can't be easy to remember every single little detail, so to help improve your knowledge and confidence, we have a range of one day courses on offer, which will help to ensure that your customers get the best possible information they need.

To see the list of courses and dates that we have remaining, please continue reading below:

Understanding Antique Jewellery

A course that is ideal for retailers, pawnbrokers, auctioneers, collectors, and enthusiasts. This course gives practical training and advice for those who need to identify and assess new, second-hand and antique jewellery. Interactive sessions on identifying hallmarks, diamonds and coloured gemstones will provide the delegates with the confidence to assess jewellery with a view to either buying or selling items. The course also includes an introduction to 19th and 20th century jewellery styles. It provides six hours of Continuing Professional Development (CPD) activity.

Tuesday 5th May

£150 + VAT per delegate

Understanding Hallmarking

This half-day event provides a unique opportunity to go behind the scenes and visit the Hallmarking Floor at Assay Office Birmingham, which is not usually open to the public. During a special guided tour you will see how Hallmarks are applied to precious metal items and jewellery and have the chance to ‘have a go’ at Hallmarking. The event is ideal for those working in the jewellery or precious metal trades, collectors, and members of the public who would like to learn more about Hallmarking, including the history of Hallmarking in the UK and current legislation. The event provides three hours of Continuing Professional Development (CPD) activity.

Wednesday 15th April

£75 + VAT for per delegate

Understanding Product Safety for Fashion Accessories

This course will tell you what you need to know about relevant aspects of REACH and the CPSIA. The course focuses on Nickel, Lead and Cadmium, including why each metal is harmful and current testing regulations. It explains the approach to testing and also includes information on legislation applicable to safety testing for leathers and textiles. The course provides six hours of Continuing Professional Development (CPD) activity.

Wednesday 13th May

£195 + VAT per delegate

Understanding Watches

This course is intended for retail staff or enthusiasts who already have some experience of watches. It will provide an understanding of the technical aspects and benefits of different types of watches, improving confidence when selling or assessing a watch. The course gives each delegate a chance to handle and study watches closely, and disassemble items using standard basic tools. It will teach basic practical skills which will enable delegates to diagnose possible faults and carry out maintenance repairs. The course also includes a rare opportunity to see behind the scenes and visit the Hallmarking Operation at Assay Office Birmingham, which is not usually open to the public. The course provides six hours of Continuing Professional Development (CPD) activity.