Birmingham Assay Office
Birmingham Assay Office, Grade II listed Victorian building and museum in Birmingham, England
The Birmingham Assay Office building features high ceilings, large windows, and decorative stonework characteristic of industrial Victorian architecture from 1877.
Matthew Boulton petitioned Parliament in 1773 to establish this office, addressing the need for local silver testing facilities outside London and Chester.
The museum exhibits document the evolution of hallmarking techniques and showcase the development of jewelry manufacturing in Birmingham's industrial heritage.
The facility provides metal testing, certification services, and educational programs about precious metals for both industry professionals and public visitors.
The anchor hallmark symbol of Birmingham Assay Office was determined by a coin toss between Birmingham and Sheffield representatives in the 18th century.
Location: Birmingham
Inception: 1877
Architectural style: Victorian architecture
Address: 1 Moreton Street, Birmingham B1 3AX B1 3AX
Website: http://theassayoffice.co.uk
GPS coordinates: 52.48372,-1.90610
Latest update: May 12, 2025 15:57
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