It's a fact! The law limits the Lead and Cadmium content in an item to 0.01%. Our #AnalyticalServices department is able to undertake testing on any items to make sure they comply with these standards. Find out more: https://t.co/oLbvtM8GDj

Hull jewellery shop caught selling unhallmarked silver rings - 'This case is a reminder of the valuable and often unseen work our Trading Standards Team and their partners do to protect customers. Read the full story: https://t.co/3O2t1y2cbt

For the consumer's protection, any item over a certain weight that's labelled as gold, silver, platinum or palladium must contain a certain amount of the precious metal in order to be hallmarked. Find out more here: #AssayOffice #Hallmarks https://t.co/a7qr8ROh8C

DeBeers was a great help when we started our #DiamondVerificationService? We are working hard to meet the demands of consumers and retailers looking for verification of their diamond product's origin. Get the details here: https://t.co/J5TinEC2u0

In the nineteenth century, #Sheffield became a major manufacturing centre with an international reputation for its #silver and cutlery. With production growing rapidly, the #AssayOffice thrived. Find out more about our fascinating history: https://t.co/YTHqDes2XS

In this insightful short video from our #AnalyticalServices department, the team explains how our cutting edge technology is used for the analysis of precious metals and alloys. Interested? Watch the full video here along with more just like it: https://t.co/8EnrMxZags

Our #AnalyticalServices department always goes above and beyond for our customers! We offer a collection service and our team works 'out of hours' to limit any downtime for your company. Why not try us for your testing and analysis requirements? https://t.co/Y6nWfMEBQ6

In 1773, an Act of Parliament granted Sheffield the right to assay #silver. The Act appointed thirty local men as 'Guardians of the Standard of Wrought Plate within the Town of Sheffield' to supervise the work of the #AssayOffice. Find out more: https://t.co/ajCIhLGKh0

"It's brilliant to receive such fab service from you" says Frances Greenwood on #TestimonialTuesday. Lots more reviews on our website at https://t.co/8sj63gQnex

As required by the #Hallmarking Act, brand new jewellery always makes its way to an #AssayOffice. But what about jewellery that was made years ago, and is now being re-sold as second hand? Do these pre-loved items need hallmarking too? Get all the details: https://t.co/iBBgcg1zIG

This educational article outlines the basic principles of ED-XRF (Energy Dispersive X-Ray Fluorescence), and how we can use it to analyse precious metals and give fast and accurate results to our customers across a wide range of industries: #AssayOfice https://t.co/kxgcTVKXF4

Important! In order to sell precious metals legally in the UK, any article over the exemption weight MUST bear a hallmark! Find out how to get your items #hallmarked in this helpful 'Getting Started' article: #AssayOffice https://t.co/sOd2BL9MPd

Our Metal and Alloy Analysis team are able to provide you with a detailed report about any metal - this can be helpful when it comes to recycling the materials! Want to find out more? Click here: #AssayOffice https://t.co/r9gpiRzQST

Kind-hearted #SheffieldAssayOffice staff, managers and Guardians raised a whopping £754 for Breast Cancer Research on this year's 'Wear it Pink' day. https://t.co/w3brDRGycv

"All that glitters is not gold - check your hallmark!" Any precious metal item sold in the UK, if over a certain weight, must bear the correct #hallmark. Make sure your jewellery is what you think it is, find out more here: #AssayOffice https://t.co/BOIEvlucaB

Although lab-grown diamonds continue to grow in popularity, did you know that 90% of sales are still attributed to mined #diamonds? Despite this, it's vital that consumers have complete confidence in the origin of whatever stone they're buying! https://t.co/v9cTGVsmBG

What are the benefits of #LaserMarking? Besides not causing any bruising or distortion to the metal, this process can also be used on flat or curved surfaces. Find out more about our laser service here: #AssayOffice https://t.co/Cek12OXTaZ

Do you know the difference between hand marking, press marking and laser marking? To find and to check out our state of the art facilities, take a look at this excellent video from our #hallmarking department: https://t.co/QqheoGDZ4T #SheffieldAssayOffice

There are many reasons why metals are analysed in healthcare, for example: to detect any toxic elements or simply for product development. Our #AnalyticalServices department pride themselves on reliable and confidential services. Find out more: https://t.co/kMBCB41PTF

Our phone lines are open between 8:30am-4:30pm every weekday, and our expert staff are always on hand to help with your queries. Don't hesitate to get in touch! https://t.co/T7J7dqlcet