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The team here at Sheffield Assay Office were delighted to welcome the Lord Mayor of Sheffield for a tour of our specialist facilities.

Last month, Vincenzaoro - the European precious jewellery and watches trade fair - took place in Vincenza, Italy and welcomed a huge number of visitors from all over the globe.

It's official! Sheffield Assay Office has signed up to take part in this year's Master Cutlers Challenge, raising much needed funds for local families affected by cancer.

Over the last few years we have witnessed a huge rise in the popularity of lab-grown diamonds and as the sales continue to surge, it has become abundantly clear that they are here to stay. 

As certified members of the Responsible Jewellery Council, we support all efforts to source and use gold in a sustainable and fair manner, which often means being able to and trace it back to the individual mine. Find out how we can support Fairtrade and Fairmined gold by using special hallmarks.

Sheffield Assay Office were delighted to attend the presentation of this year's Goldsmiths’ Craftsmanship & Design Awards as it returned to Goldsmiths’ Hall in London on Monday 28th February.

On Sunday 27th February, family, friends and colleagues gathered at Sheffield Cathedral to pay their respects to Stan Shaw. Stan died on 26th February 2020 after almost 80 years of manufacturing the most exquisitely beautiful, hand-made pen and pocket knives for rock stars, royalty and the general public.

When purchasing pre-owned jewellery, it is important to know what is being bought and that the item is authentic.  It may have some paperwork to accompany it, but this is often not the case.  This is an area that Sheffield Assay Office specialises in, ensuring that products are what they claim to be.