Hierarchy classification:

1. top of the aat hierarchies
2. Activities Facet
3. Processes and Techniques (hierarchy name)
4. [processes and techniques by specific type]
5. [surface marking processes and techniques]
6. stamping (marking)

Anotations

Scope note:

The activity of impressing official stamps (hallmarks) onto articles of gold and silver for security and decoration. Traditionally, hallmarks have been applied manually with steel punches. Laser hallmarking is used as an alternative, in particular to avoid bruising items.