Information from the Assay Offices of Great Britain GUARANTEEING THE QUALITY OF PRECIOUS METALS SINCE 1327 The purpose of this document is to give practical guidance in relation to Hallmarking matters. The UK...
HOW TO VALUE GOLD JEWELLERY…WHAT SHOULD YOU PAY ? A short guide to valuing or pricing, identifying and appraising solid gold jewelery. What karat ( carat ) is it.? Market value ? What price should I pay ? Is...
This Guide will help you make an informed decision before purchasing, or selling fine jewellery on eBay - it contains information on UK hallmarking law and useful tips to make your buying safe and enjoyable....
Many people seem unaware that silver like gold,has different grades and qualities. Gold has an easy to read numerical hallmarking system: 9, 14, 18 and 22 carat. Silver now has a numerical hallmarking system...
Royal Crown Derby Royal Crown Derby was established in 1750, in Derbyshire, England. From small beginings, a great company was born, using lavish gold, bold reds, and Japanese inspired colours and designs for...
FURTHER SMITHS INFORMATION AND SALES A BRIEF GUIDE TO POST WAR SMITHS ENGLISH WATCHES COMPILED IN AN IDLE MOMENT.If you are buying Smiths watches, firstly decide whether you are a collector or dealer/investor,...
British Hallmarks The idea of this guide is to give you a comprehensive guide to buying British Assay Office marked jewellery. There are a couple of others online which are useful,but we're trying to give...
You’ll never guess how often we’re asked about “this seller is cheaper than you, why can’t you do it cheaper?”……………. This guide will hopefully help you understand the “cheap diamond” myth… In a basic message,...
Gold Buffaloes The Gold Buffalo The gold buffalo is a brand new American pure gold (99.99% fine) bullion coin.The world's best known and first one-ounce gold bullion coin was the krugerrand, introduced in 1967...
What's an Opal? Have you ever wondered how an opal is formed? How old is it? What is it? Well, here are some answers to those common questions. Opal Creation Opal is formed from a solution of silicon dioxide...