The Goldsmiths' Company is one of the Twelve Great Livery Companies of the City of London. It has been responsible for hallmarking since 1300 and, today, operates Assay Office London and supports the craft and industry of silversmithing and precious metal jewellery. For more information click here Goldsmiths' charitable support Support of the trade, education, and registered charities working in London or nationally is still under-taken today. > more Apprenticeships We have supported 'indentured' or contracted apprenticeships between our Freemen and trainees entering the industry, since 1334. > more