The Trial of The Pyx has taken place at Goldsmiths’ Hall, in the City of London since 1871. However – due to an exciting renovation project taking place at the Hall – for the first time in history we are relocating the Trial and the Verdict to Mansion House in 2026. Security is high, spaces are limited, but we are thrilled to give 20 people (10 members of The Company and 10 members of the public) the chance to experience the final stage of this ancient judicial ceremony in person!
The Trial of the Pyx is one of the UKs oldest forms of consumer protection. It is an annual ceremony where for more than 700 years, goldsmiths have been responsible for inspecting and scientifically testing the coins produced by the Royal Mint to ensure they meet the standards of precision, accuracy and exceptional craftsmanship for which it is internationally renowned.
Bookings open for the Verdict of The Pyx 2026 on Tuesday 31 March 2026. Please sign up to our newsletter to be notified.
Schedule
11:45 – Arrival – The doors open at 11:45 to allow all visitors to go through security and use the facilities before proceeded to the Old Ballroom
12:10 – Ceremony begins – The Clerk of the Goldsmiths' Company will read the Verdict of The Pyx
12:20 – Address from the King's Remembrancer –The King's Remembrancer will deliver an address to the jurors, participants and spectators.
12:35 – Drinks Reception
13:00 – Verdict of The Pyx 2026 concludes
Essential information
Bookings open on Tuesday 31 March 2026 through this page. We are unable to accept bookings over the phone.
The Verdict of The Pyx is free to attend, and space is strictly limited to 20 visitors (10 members of The Company and 10 members of the public) – please note that there is a maximum allocation of two tickets per booking without exception.
Members of The Company (Freemen and Liverymen) must book their tickets through the Members’ Portal.
The Verdict will be delivered at Mansion House, London EC4N 8BH, on Thursday 7 May 2026
Visitors will need to arrive no earlier than 11:45am, presenting their digital ticket and photo identification on arrival, before going through airport style security.
You must have a ticket booked in your name and valid photo identification (drivers license or passport) to be granted admission.
Proceedings will be completed no later than 13:00
Please be aware that elements of the Trial will be captured in both video and still imagery. These images and videos will be used for marketing and communication purposes and by booking tickets, and attending the Trial you grant the Goldsmiths’ Company, The Royal Mint, and any media organisations in attendance permission to use photographs and video that you may feature in.