Saltire Awards

The Edinburgh Assay Office, established in 1457, serves as a statutory body dedicated to providing an independent guarantee of precious metal fineness. Through their expertise in precious metal verification, they safeguard consumer interests and ensure that all items bearing their castle mark comply with the Hallmarking Act and relevant international standards. Committed to supporting a wide range of industry stakeholders, the Edinburgh Assay Office advocates for transparent product descriptions, premarket testing, and product traceability systems. Their innovative hallmarked solutions aim to protect jewellery consumers and foster a competitive retail environment. Generated from the website