Really like the gold badges , having the original boxes (and safety chain) adds to the appeal.
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Originally Posted by dumdum
As the silver badge had just "SILVER" stamped on it, maybe the expense of getting the badges assayed was too much for the maker!
Anyone like to field a figure for assaying an item like this?
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From an earlier post :
"Just checked the London Assay Office site to get an idea of costs for hallmarking.
1–2 articles in a packet = £13.00 per packet.
3 articles or over in a packet = £18 per packet + £1 per article.
On top of that add VAT + return postage ( As appropriate plus £3.25 per shipment)
As most manufacturers would be sending multiple items the costs wouldn't be that great , especially for gold. But for single custom made items , especially silver , the additional costs (£13.00 + VAT + appropriate postage x2 + shipment £3.25) would add a lot to the final cost of the item."
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