Hallmarking and Precious Metals
At Katherine Neale Jewellery, each piece is individually handmade using precious metals including sterling silver and 9ct gold.
UK hallmarking provides independent assurance that precious metals meet the legal standards of fineness. Where a piece exceeds the statutory exemption weight, it will be independently tested and hallmarked by a UK Assay Office before being offered for sale.
A UK hallmark identifies the precious metal and its fineness and includes marks identifying the maker or sponsor and the Assay Office responsible for testing and hallmarking the piece.
My Hallmark
Katherine Neale Jewellery is registered for hallmarking with Birmingham Assay Office.
Sponsor’s Mark: Assay Office: Birmingham Assay Office
Assay Office Mark: Anchor ⚓
Pieces below the statutory exemption weights may legally be sold without a hallmark. The current compulsory hallmarking thresholds are 1g for gold and 7.78g for silver.
Understanding UK Hallmarks
The Dealer’s Notice explains the different UK hallmark symbols and precious-metal standards so customers can understand the marks found on their jewellery.