The National Association of Jewellers (NAJ) has reported high demand for its first valuation tutorial. The three-day Practical Appraisal Tutorial was officially launched at the Company of Master Jeweller’s spring buying event, with jewellers keen to sign staff up to learn the art of valuating jewellery. The course is open to any member with a…
Geoff Whitefield appointed IRV chairman
Former Laings and Parkhouse the Jeweller valuer takes head role. Geoff Whitefield has been appointed the new chairman of the Institute of Registered Valuers (IRV), replacing Jonathan Lambert who is stepping down after five years in the role. Whitefield, who has 21 years’ experience in the jewellery industry, is an independent valuer, member of the…
BAO to run historical silver courses for valuers
More than 1,400 pieces on show during private collection course. The Birmingham Assay Office’s (BAO) silver collection will be unveiled to the public throught its new silver course, with more than 1,400 pieces by some of the most important designers and manufacturers in the history of silver set to be on show. The new course…
