A New Way to Work
A New Way to Work For independent jewellery professionals, finding the right environment can be a challenge.
Working from home can lack credibility. Maintaining your own lab is costly. And access to trusted peers is limited.
Assay Hub has been created to solve this.
Join us for our 2026 Careers Day
Birmingham Assay Office is set to welcome the next generation of talent to its annual Careers Day on 26 March, offering a unique opportunity to explore careers in jewellery and precious metals.
Have Your Say: British Hallmarking Council Launches Industry-Wide Survey
The BHC wants to hear from people and businesses in the UK who use, are required to use, or may be affected by hallmarking, on the practical application of the Hallmarking Act (1973),
Important Christmas Trading Information 2025
During the busy festive period, make sure that you get the turnaround and services that you need to make Christmas special!
Professional Jewellery And Watch Valuations Right on Your Doorstep
Birmingham Assay Office has launched a new Postcode Finder tool to help customers easily locate nearby partner stores for their jewellery valuations
Crafting Futures and Inspiring Careers
Birmingham Assay Office’s “Crafting Your Career in the Jewellery Industry” event on March 27th, 2025, offers live demonstrations and expert talks to inspire future jewellery professionals. Attendees will gain valuable insights into career opportunities across the industry.
Punch or Laser? Which Hallmarking Method Works For You?
Have you ever wondered about the difference between an outline and a relief mark in laser hallmarking? Unsure whether to choose a laser or punch hallmark? Let us guide you through the hallmarking process.
General Product Safety Regulations and What it Means For You
Find out what GPSR means for your business and how to ensure your jewellery meets the latest safety and compliance standards.
Goodbye Z, Hello A
Discover the significance of the 2025 date letter change from ‘Z’ to ‘A’. Learn about the history of hallmarking, the traditions behind date letters, and their role in tracing the provenance of precious metal items.
Crafting Your Career in the Jewellery Industry
Join us at Crafting Your Career in the Jewellery Industry 2025 on March 27 to explore exciting opportunities, gain insights from industry leaders, and connect with the jewellery community.