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The Law Explained

Click on the Guidance Notes below for a practical guide to the Hallmarking Act 1973 and subsequent amendments.

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The Birmingham Assay Office will be happy to answer questions arising from these Guidance Notes and on any articles or other issues not specifically mentioned.