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Tour of the Assay Office at Goldsmiths' Hall Tuesday 19th April 2016
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Once again the event was completely full and two groups of 20 enjoyed the experience of a guided tour around the Assay office in Goldsmiths' Hall. Our tour guides were knowledgable and enthusiastic and covered many fascinating areas of interest. Sadly, but understandably, no photographs were allowed in the Hall or Assay Office. Afterwards we made our way to the Slug & Lettuce for a very welcome drinks reception followed by a two course served lunch. Numbers had by this time swelled to 45 and a good time was had by all. Here are a few pictures from the Lunch; |
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Meet at Goldsmiths' Hall at 10.15am for a welcoming cup of tea or coffee before commencing our tour of the Assay Office. It is here that hallmarking began in 1327 and now covers not only gold and silver but also other precious metals. We will see the different ways that metals are tested, how articles are hallmarked & watch apprentices at work. We'll learn about the verification of antiques & many other fascinating facts. If we are lucky, we may even see a bar of scrap gold being poured into an ingot! |
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After a fascinating morning we will make our way around the corner to the Slug & Lettuce , a very
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