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 The Birmingham Assay Office website (www.theassayoffice.co.uk) has been completely revised and since its recent relaunch it has met with universal approval from manufacturing and retail customers, staff, industry experts, students and members of the public alike.
Michael Allchin, Chief Executive and Assay Master explained: “The Assay Office has been working to develop the contemporary design and feel of the website for many months. The Birmingham Assay Office is the largest Assay Office in the World and as such we are ambitious and forward looking. The website is an expression of our progressive outlook whilst at the same time reflecting our long history, heritage and world renowned expertise and experience. In addition to its statutory Hallmarking duties the Birmingham Assay Office also offers a wide range of services, including diamond certification, precious metal analysis, nickel testing and jewellery valuations.”
Pay a visit to the new Website and you will gain an insight into the origin and history of The Birmingham Assay Office. Coming soon is a wonderful section dedicated to early silver hallmarks. You will be able to search the database to find out the origins of punchmarks and hallmarks. The Birmingham Assay Office is itself home to a remarkable collection of silverware. The Hallmarking section explains the statutory work of the Office and details the Hallmarking of Gold, Silver, Platinum, laser marking and much more. There is also a section dedicated to the issues faced by industry when working with Nickel along with the services and solutions that the Birmingham Assay Office can provide.
The testing and analysis of precious metals has been fundamental to The Assay Office business since it was founded by Act of Parliament over 230 years ago. The Metal Analysis Services provided by The Assay Office’s own Laboratory is widely acknowledged for its expertise and the range of specialist testing procedures it carries out. The considerable investment in industry state of the art equipment and the continuous professional development of its technical personnel will keep the Laboratory at the forefront of industry for many years to come.
Already, one of the most visited areas of the site is the Jewellery Market Trends section. A host of trade information, statistics and presentations as well as useful forms are available for consultation and to download.
As part of its strategic growth plans The Birmingham Assay Office’s acquisition of SafeGuard - the UK’s leading Independent Jewellery Valuation Service Company has proved to be an excellent match. SafeGuard Jewellery Valuations are available from over 1,000 High Street retailers throughout the Country. SafeGuard has a team of highly respected, fully qualified expert valuers who prepare totally independent jewellery valuations. To find out more about SafeGuard Jewellery Valuations visit the Safeguard Jewellery Valuation section of the website or go straight to www.safeguardvaluations.com.
 AnchorCert is the only UK based Diamond and Gemstone Certification Service which is backed by the professional expertise and experience of the Birmingham Assay Office. AnchorCert Diamond and Gemstone Certifications are provided by highly qualified Gemmologists and Diamond Graders from its two UK locations based in Birmingham and London.
Diamond Certification
All AnchorCert Certificated Diamonds are now screened and tested to ensure that they are natural and have not been subjected to HPHT treatment. AnchorCert is the only Diamond Certification Service in the UK that can offer this facility.
Rock Solid Reassurance
An Anchorcert independent diamond certificate adds real and perceived value to your diamond. Whether you are a diamond dealer, a jewellery retailer, or a member of the public about to make a significant investment in a piece of jewellery, you can have complete confidence in an AnchorCert certification. The sign of The Anchor – means it’s real.
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