XRF Jewellery & Precious Metal Testing

XRF (X-ray Fluorescence) is a safe, non-destructive scientific method used to accurately determine the metal composition of jewellery and precious items. A low-energy X-ray beam is directed at the item, and the machine reads the unique fluorescence emitted by the elements present.

Yes. Our XRF machine is fully mobile and can be taken to a location of your choice by prior arrangement. This is particularly useful for probate and estate matters where travelling with valuable items is not practical.

That is not a problem. XRF testing can accurately determine the metal content of any item, regardless of whether it is hallmarked. This is one of the key advantages over traditional methods — XRF provides scientific confirmation without relying on stamps or marks.

Yes — appointments are required for both in-person testing at our saleroom and mobile testing at an offsite location. Please contact us before visiting to confirm availability and arrange a suitable time.

Yes. We accept items by post. We recommend using a fully insured and trackable service such as Royal Mail Special Delivery. Items are tested on arrival and returned to you along with your report.

Yes. Upon request, we can provide a formal written certificate or report summarising the results of the XRF analysis, including the identified metal composition. Certificates are suitable for probate, estate administration, insurance documentation and other formal purposes. An additional fee applies — please ask at the time of booking.

We offer straightforward, competitive pricing. Depending on the service you need, charges may apply for offsite visits, postal testing or written certification reports. Contact us with your requirements and we will give you a clear quotation in advance, with no hidden fees.

When dealing with an estate, accurate valuations of jewellery and precious metals are essential. XRF gives solicitors and executors scientifically verified metal content to support probate assessments, inheritance and estate division. It is automatically included in our Enhanced Jewellery Valuation Package for Probate.

Acid testing is invasive, less precise and can damage items. XRF is completely non-destructive and gives an immediate, accurate breakdown of the metal composition, with an item-specific report. Even where hallmarks are present they can be worn, altered or not fully representative of the true metal content, so XRF removes any doubt.