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Sheffield Assay Master, Ashley Carson recently attended the graduation ceremonies for Sheffield Hallam University's College of Social Sciences and Arts, where he was awarded an honorary Doctorate back in 2003.

Over the coming months there are several events taking place in and around Sheffield, showcasing the fantastic work of local Silversmiths, Jewellers and registered customers of Sheffield Assay Office.

The Goldsmiths’ Craft & Design Council (GC&DC) is now accepting entries to its annual competition, The Goldsmiths’ Craftsmanship & Design Awards.

After making the difficult decision to temporarily suspend our Early Hall service due to an unprecedented volume of work, we are delighted to announce that this service will now be reinstated in the run up to Christmas.

Sheffield Assay Office were delighted to host the Master and Mistress Cutler, Mr James and Jo Tear for a tour of the office and to witness the application of the first Platinum Jubilee Hallmarks.

At their annual General Meeting, Sheffield Assay Office gave a special thank you to Simon Batiste, Christopher Jewitt, Sue Payne, Robert Grice, Pamela Liversidge and Chris Hudson all of whom will be stepping down from their roles as Guardians.

On Saturday 30th October, staff from Sheffield Assay Office celebrated the wedding of two of their fellow team members, Kelly and Zac.

The BHC has issued new guidance for Assay Offices when it comes to the hallmarking to partially constructed items, providing certain conditions are met.