We are a Medallist, Silversmith, Engraver and Trophy Maker for some of the UK's greatest institutions and organisations. We also supply items to a growing number of private individuals and we have a number of global clients. We are family-owned and operated and have been for six generations since 1826. Based in Leith in Edinburgh, we are the sole remaining business of its kind north of the border. We always take great pride in the quality of our work, which is created with incredible skill and craftsmanship by our team of specialists - medallists, silversmiths, engravers, and wood turners. We produce medals for Universities (e.g. St Andrews, Edinburgh, Sheffield, Cambridge, Princeton), Schools, Charities (e.g. Polar Academy), private clubs and associations (e.g. Royal and Ancient Golf Club of St Andrews). We also supply and manufacture trophies, silverware, quaichs, special awards, signage, glassware and offer an engraving service.

What do you produce?

We produce medals for Universities (e.g. St Andrews, Edinburgh, Sheffield, Cambridge, Princeton), Schools, Charities (e.g. Polar Academy), private clubs and associations (e.g. Royal and Ancient Golf Club of St Andrews) and private individuals. These medals are stamped in metal, silver or gold using a bespoke steel die or pair of dies using a process that has changed very little over the centuries. We also supply and manufacture trophies, silverware, quaichs, signage, special awards, and glassware. We can create bespoke, handmade items - for example unique trophies designed in conjunction with our clients, or a bespoke medal or quaich for a special occasion such as an anniverary or birthday. Other bespoke items include the enamelled stall plates that are installed in the Thistle Chapel, St Giles Cathedral. A new stall plate is installed for each new Knight or Lady of the Thistle, appointed by the Monarch. We also offer an engraving service. Items can either be engraved by machine or by one of our highly skilled hand engravers - who carve (or 'grave') out the detail in the metal with special tools. This is a truly skilled profession that requires a great deal of artistic talent and patience.

Where do you source your ingredients / materials from?

We use a variety of materials to create our items but the majority is Copper, Silver and Gold. We manufacture in our workshop in Leith, Edinburgh and the majority of our clients are within the UK. Our copper, silver and gold is in infinitely recyclable. We recycle all of our scrap metal which goes back into the supply chain. We buy our metal from UK suppliers based in the world-famous and deeply historic 'Birmingham Jewellery Quarter'.

Why do your customers love your products?

Primarily it is the quality and craftsmanship that goes into every item we make and supply. But it is also often the historical and traditional nature of the items. For example, we supply the Royal Highland Show (run by the Royal Highland & Agricultural Society of Scotland) their annual 'Champions' medals which are awarded to the best in class breeds at the Show. We have supplied these since 1837 - making the RHASS our longest standing client.

What are your best selling products?

Medals

Where can we buy your products?

You can only buy direct from us - we don't sell via other businesses

Are you open for visitors? If yes, what are your opening hours?

Yes, you can pop into our workshop in Leith to enquire or place an order. Our opening hours are Monday to Thursday 9am to 5pm.

Have you received any awards / lovely recommendations from experts (don't be shy!)?

We repeated get wonderful feedback from our many and varied clients.

Do you sell wholesale? If so how do we get in touch with you to discuss further?

No, we don't sell wholesale.

Who's the best local producer near you (except you of course!)?

We love Twelve Triangles, a local Edinburgh chain of bakeries. There is one very near to the workshop which produces fantastic sourdough bread and delicious pastries. Yum!

Website

www.alexkirkwood.co.uk

Address Summary

52 Jane Street, Edinburgh, EH6 5HG