Technical Research
For the benefit of the industry, we commission and produce regular reports on technological developments, market research and other issues relating to the design and manufacture of jewellery and silverware.
Each report is written in partnership with recognised industry experts and is available to members of the UK Craft and Industry.
Research Funding
From time to time, the Company supports industry-related research that is relevant to the widest possible trade audiences and welcomes funding proposals from individuals and institutions.
In the first instance, we recommend that you contact the Department by email to discuss the relevance of a potential project.
Goldsmiths' Company Technical Reports
A selection of recent reports are available below:
An Investigation into the Practical Application of New Sterling Silver Alloys 2008
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A Review of the Care of Contemporary Silver Finishes
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Rapid Prototyping - the Current 'State-of-the-Art' and Future Developments
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Assay Office - White Gold
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Continuous Casting of Jewellery Alloys
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Tungsten Inert Gas (TIG) Welding for Silversmiths
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An Introduction to CAD for the Jewellery and Silversmithing Industry
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The US Jewellery Market - Export Potential for UK Companies
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Rapid Prototyping Applications for the Jewellery & Silversmithing Industries
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Laser Spot Welding: technical guidelines and innovative applications for the Jewellery Industry
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