A magical day out awaits with this Hallmarking Tour and Afternoon Tea for Two at the Birmingham Assay Office. Taking your seats in the Silver Room, you?ll dine on an exquisite selection of sandwiches, pastries, and scones with a choice of tea or coffee. You will also learn about the long history of hallmarking and the success of the Birmingham Assay Office since it was founded as a result of Matthew Boulton?s efforts in 1773. View the Silver Collection, a historic collection of spectacular objects created by some of Birmingham?s most celebrated Silversmiths, including Matthew Boulton, Nathaniel Mills and Elkington & Co. Head behind the scenes to see how the incredible team hallmark today, using both traditional and modern practices, and enjoy the opportunity to try hallmarking for yourself.