Alchemist 117: Recreating the Staffordshire Hoard Helmet, Counterfeiting in Precious Metals, and much more

Welcome to issue 117 of the Alchemist, bringing you the latest insights in the precious metals industry.

Don’t miss the following highlights from this issue:

Recreating the Staffordshire Hoard Helmet: A Collaboration of Digital and Fine Metal Skills

By Dr Ann-Marie Carey (Associate Professor, School of Jewellery at Birmingham City University)

Following her popular presentation at this year’s Assaying & Refining Conference, Dr Ann-Marie Carey expands on the reconstruction of a rare warrior king’s helmet, the centrepiece of the Anglo-Saxon treasure trove known as the Staffordshire Hoard.

The Silent Risk: Counterfeiting in Precious Metals

By Lauren Moïse (US Head of Sales, Marketing, and Operations, AlpVision)

Lauren Moïse explains how we can tackle the counterfeit crisis, the steps that have already been taken to do so, and how, together, the industry can strengthen defences and protect its long-term credibility.

Ensuring Excellence: How LBMA Referees Uphold Gold and Silver Standards

By Hannah Coakley (Physical & Technical Services Officer, LBMA)

In this article, Hannah Coakley gives an overview of LBMA Referees, the work they do to ensure that all gold and silver bars on LBMA’s Good Delivery List meet the accepted standards, and how they maintain the quality and credibility of the global precious metals market.