BIS- HALLMARKING

1. HALLMARKING OVERVIEW:
   • Hallmarking: Accurate determination and official recording of precious metal content in articles.
   • Hallmarks: Official marks guaranteeing purity or fineness of precious metal articles.
   • Objectives: Protect the public against adulteration, ensure legal standards of fineness.
   • Precious Metals: Gold and silver currently under Hallmarking in India.
   • BIS Scheme: Aligned with international criteria on hallmarking.
   • Registration: Jewellers granted registration by BIS under Hallmarking Scheme.
   • Certification: BIS-certified jewellers can hallmark jewellery at BIS recognized Assaying and Hallmarking Centres.
   • Recognition: Assaying and Hallmarking Centres recognized against IS 15820:2009