UK Hallmarking up for discussion

[jshepherd]

I know that the hallmark is a big deal in the UK, but it looks like the tradition is going up for debate.

http://www.jewellerynetasia.com/en/Blog/31/To_hallmark_or_not_to_hallmark.html?user=7

 

[Winterson]

It's certainly caused a big reaction from the industry and public here.

I'd be surprised now if the requirements are abolished, more likely the process itself might be streamlined. We should know in a few months.

http://www.retail-jeweller.com/news/hallmarking-debate-draws-massive-response/5025065.article

 

[GemGeek]

Hard to believe they would ever do such a thing! By the way, if anyone needs a great book on hallmarks, this is the best one available today. The authors managed a labor of love, travelling all over the world. I'm sure they wouldn't want to see hallmarks abolished.

http://www.hallmarkresearch.com/html/Projects.htm

 

[Pearl Dreams]

There is nothing to be gained, and much to be lost, if hallmarking were scrapped.

I don't live in the UK, but if I could not be sure that I was buying precious metal of a specific karat or percent, I would buy my jewelry elsewhere.

 

[Winterson]

UK Hallmarking to remain after widespread industry support

http://www.retail-jeweller.com/prod...r-widespread-industry-support/5027635.article

 

[pearlescence]

hurrah, it is a great relief!.
It is a bit of a faff to send something up for assay when you have just one commission item but the turn-around is usually only a day or so. (my mark is wmg in an oval, like an egyptian cartouche!) and when I made some rings with some spots of 14ct gold onto the main silver it came back marked sterling silver + metal!
But there is a huge satisfaction to see my mark on something.

 

[Caitlin]

No kidding!
I hope you are not only satisfied, but proud. I have watched your website growing in size and complexity and I am really impressed! I now have a grasp of your dedication and ambition and hope you just keep growing. I wish you the best in your further endeavors!