Hallmarking provides an independent guarantee of the precious-metal content of a piece of jewellery.
I hold a registered sponsor's mark with the Goldsmiths' Company Assay Office in London, where precious metals have been independently tested and hallmarked for almost 700 years.
My jewellery is individually made using precious metals, including recycled sterling silver and gold.
Pieces are independently assayed and hallmarked where required by UK law. Smaller pieces falling below the statutory weight thresholds may be exempt from hallmarking.
A UK hallmark identifies the registered sponsor responsible for submitting the piece, its precious-metal fineness and the Assay Office where it was tested.
My registered sponsor's mark is separate from the rosette emblem used as my artistic logo and branding.
Gold-plated jewellery is described according to its underlying metal and surface finish, rather than as solid gold.
For further information, please refer to the official British Hallmarking Council Dealer's Notice displayed below.
