Hallmark Registration: What Is It?
Jewelers and manufacturers are authorized to sell hallmarked gold and silver jewelry by obtaining official certification from the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) through the process of Hallmark Registration. Hallmarking guarantees that customers receive authentic, high-quality products by verifying the purity and fineness of precious metals.
The hallmark consists of distinct marks, including: the BIS logo, purity of the metal (in carats for gold, fineness for silver), the assaying center's identification mark, and the year of marking. This system acts as a guarantee of authenticity, preventing unscrupulous practices such as adulteration, underweight, or misrepresentation of precious metals.
Hallmarking is crucial for both consumers and jewelers. For consumers, it ensures trust, quality assurance, and protection of investment, particularly as precious metals often form a significant part of personal savings and assets. For jewelers, hallmarking enhances brand credibility, customer confidence, and compliance with legal standards, positioning them as responsible and trustworthy market participants.
Legally, hallmarking is regulated under the BIS Hallmarking Scheme, and the government encourages adoption through mandatory hallmarking policies for gold jewelry above certain purity levels. This not only protects buyers but also formalizes the jewelry industry, bringing it under standard quality practices and fostering accountability.
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