Section 5: Official Controlling and Hallmarking
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Art. 1171
3. Application of the hallmarks onto objects
1 The Assay Office shall affix the official hallmark as close as possible to the fineness mark and the responsibility mark.
2 At least one official hallmark must be visible on the exterior of the stamped object. The Central Office may designate the position at which the official hallmark has to be applied.
3 If, for a watch-case, all marks are applied on the inside, at least a fineness mark must be visible on the exterior.
1 Amended in accordance with No. I of the Ordinance of 19 June 1995, in force since 1 Aug. 1995 (AS 1995 3113).
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