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New Diamond Jubilee hallmark is expected to inspire commemorative jewellery and silverware.
First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government
The notice produced by the British Hallmarking Council is available here.
First published during the 2007 to 2010 Brown Labour government
Shared Regulatory Services (SRS) won the prestigious BHC Touchstone Award, co-sponsored by the National Association of Jewellers.
Winners demonstrate an ongoing commitment to hallmarking activities and to developing new external partnerships.
Review of the British Hallmarking Council’s (BHC) 2022 achievements and its aims for 2023.
This document sets out the broad framework within which the British Hallmarking Council (BHC) operates.
Guidance on the hallmarking legislation for precious metal products.
British Hallmarking Council guidance on selling articles of precious metal on the internet, to comply with UK hallmarking legislation.
We need 2 new Council members, find out how to apply.
The Touchstone Award, sponsored by the British Hallmarking Council (BHC), is a national award for trading standards in hallmarking.
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