24
Feb
Monday 24th February 2020
Assay Master, senior managers, and staff enjoyed a visit to The Royal Mint this week following an invitation from the Queen’s Assay Master.
17
Feb
Monday 17th February 2020
Assay Office Chairman, Charles Turner, presented a very special employee with a gift of recognition and appreciation this month.
12
Feb
Wednesday 12th February 2020
Are you aware of the legal obligations to your workforce if mercury is present in your work environment? Read this informative article to understand the risks involved and how you can limit them in the workplace.
10
Feb
Monday 10th February 2020
Expert Curator, Emma Paragreen, has helped to inform and educate members of Sheffield Young Archaeologists at an action packed event.
7
Feb
Friday 7th February 2020
Sheffield Assay Office Curator, Emma Paragreen, recently gave a presentation and project brief to the MA Jewellery and Design students at Sheffield Hallam University.
31
Jan
Friday 31st January 2020
On Tuesday 21st January, the team at Sheffield Assay Office were delighted to attend a preview of 'In Transit 2020', Sheffield Hallam University's MA and MFA design exhibition.
16
Jan
Thursday 16th January 2020
With over 1000 pieces of silver and silver plate in our collection, knowing how to care for our precious items is essential. Here we look at the science behind tarnishing and how to use, store and care for your silver.
8
Jan
Wednesday 8th January 2020
Marion Wilson, in the Journal of Trading Standards, wrote the following article about the 2019 Touchstone Award, highlighting the importance of hallmarking for consumer protection.