Protecting consumers
Assuring quality
Building trust
Hallmarking since 1457
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View the Consumers page for information about the purpose of hallmarking, your rights, and hallmarking individual items.
Our Services
HALLMARKING
We have been testing and hallmarking precious metals for more than 550 years. Our local and international clients trust us to produce perfect hallmarks every time, and that is why we are world leaders in hallmarking. We pride ourselves on our ability to tailor our services to suit each client, whether they require artisanal hand marking or laser marks using the latest technology.
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A 15th Century company with a 21st Century approach
Our overarching purpose as a business is to protect consumers. We have been committed to that purpose for more than 500 years, and have built our reputation on our integrity, strength of character, and our standing as an independent body.
We are the busiest Assay Office in the UK because our customers know that we will deliver the highest quality services each and every time.