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As the discussion around lab grown diamonds continues, it's important that those involved in selling diamonds are aware of their options when it comes to confirming the authenticity of their stones. 

Goldsmiths North 2022 and Sheffield Assay Office were delighted to celebrate another successful year of the contemporary Silverware and Jewellery selling Fair at Cutlers’ Hall, Sheffield.

We are delighted to announce that the Mary Parsons Charity has been successful in applying for a grant from the Cutlers Company.

Due to major security concerns within the East London area, it is with regret that we have found it necessary to temporarily suspend the Collection and Delivery Service until further notice.

To celebrate the milestone event that was The Queen's Platinum Jubilee, the Sheffield Assay Office team sent Her Majesty a gift to mark the occasion, accompanied by a letter form the Assay Master, Ashley Carson.

This month saw the return of the Livery Masters’ Weekend – an annual gathering of Masters, Prime Wardens and their consorts from City and UK livery companies. This year's event also saw a special Goldsmiths North pop-up, allowing guests a taster of what the full Goldsmiths North event will have to offer in July.

Sheffield Assay Office Master, Ashley Carson recently awarded prizes to three students from SHU's Jewellery, Materials and Design course - celebrating their final graduation projects.

Sheffield Assay Office’s Chairman, Charles Turner, and Assay Master, Ashley Carson were delighted to welcome the The Worshipful Company of World Traders to find out more about the importance of hallmarking.