Displaying Hallmarking Information

[Solunar Silver Studio]

Does anyone know where you can get the Hallmarking charts that precious metal jewellery sellers are obliged to display to the public? I have only done 'house party' type sales so far and never really thought about it...but I have just read that anyone selling precious metal jewellery - even at a Car Boot Sale or similar - must display this chart. I sort of assumed you would need one for Craft Fair type events but never really thought about any further down the line. Do you think you would technically need them for parties in peoples homes??

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Sorry I vanished off the surface of the earth this week (if anyone noticed!)...I've been really poorly...totally wiped out in fact - which is very unusual for me as I'm never ill. Even sitting at the computer reading posts proved to be too much - and as for typing...not a hope. I'm still rather shaky but thought I could do some research and paperwork type stuff today. Hopefully I will be back up to speed by Monday and will catch up with some of the posts I've missed.

[Petal]

awww Barbara, I'm sorry to hear that you've been poorly. Here's a big from me and lots of get well wishes come flying your way down the 'net'. I was wondering where you were ...

I 'think' you have to display the hallmark card when you sell silver items that are over a certain weight. I don't know what the weight is, but I'm sure others will let you know.


Lots of

Jules x

[MuranoSilver]

7.78g and you can get them from the Assay offices
Hope your feeling up so scratch soon

[bustagasket]

Awww B yes i did notice your absence and you were sorely missed

Obviously i dont have a clue about this chart and should also be interested in the replies, and if it is a necessity, where you get them from.

Hope you feel heaps better uber soon huni.

[mizgeorge]

Oh dear, hope you're properly on the mend now B.

I believe you have to display the hallmarks chart if you're selling any weight of sterling or fine silver (and calling it that). The 7.78g limit is for the hallmark requirement.

I know trading standards do often pick up on this one at events, so better to have one.

QUICKTEST Hallmark cards / charts

I'm always surprised Cookson's don't sell them.

[bustagasket]

Cheers for that George, bookemarked for the future

[Ominicci]

Don't forget that is the big wall chart you need 10.5" x 14". As Nic said you can get them from the Assay Offices. I got mine at the same time as getting my hallmark punch made from Edinburgh Assay Office. They charged £10 and no postage and it comes in a heavy card envelope you can keep it safe in which I would think is useful when transporting around craft fairs etc.

[bustagasket]

Don't forget that is the big wall chart you need 10.5" x 14". As Nic said you can get them from the Assay Offices. I got mine at the same time as getting my hallmark punch made from Edinburgh Assay Office. They charged £10 and no postage and it comes in a heavy card envelope you can keep it safe in which I would think is useful when transporting around craft fairs etc.

oooooooooooooooo even better!

[Di Sandland]

ed them for parties in peoples homes??

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Sorry I vanished off the surface of the earth this week (if anyone noticed!)...I've been really poorly...totally wiped out in fact - which is very unusual for me as I'm never ill. Even sitting at the computer reading posts proved to be too much - and as for typing...not a hope. I'm still rather shaky but thought I could do some research and paperwork type stuff today. Hopefully I will be back up to speed by Monday and will catch up with some of the posts I've missed.

Aw, Bee, I'm sorry. Yes, I did notice your absence and I missed you as a matter of fact. I'm glad you're on the mend.

[EmmaRose]

I also got mine from assay office £10 with a mini version too. I don't think anyone would worry too much at home parties though!
Em