UK jewellers have received a boost this week with the launch of a new website detailing key hallmarking information.

The site is designed to outline the role of the British Hallmarking Council (BHC), while also linking to the four independent assay offices which carry out hallmarking in the country.

David Gwyther, secretary of the BHC, explained that the new addition will provide a valuable resource for both businesses and customers in the UK jewellery industry.

"The UK hallmarking regime is one of the most rigorous in the world and provides excellent protection for both consumers and the trade," he told Retail Jeweller.

"This new website will be a useful source of information for many who want to understand its workings in more detail."

The BHC decided to unveil its latest offering as part of a wider plan by the coalition government to make websites more accessible, relevant and easy to use.

Palladium joined gold, silver and platinum under the remit of the Hallmarking Act 1973 when it was officially granted precious metal status in the UK in July 2009.

The four assay offices, which are overseen by the BHC, are located in Birmingham, Edinburgh, London and Sheffield.

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British Hallmarking Council launches website (21/07/10)

British Hallmarking Council Website

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