Gold and silverware

Gold and silverware

　　The making of gold and silverware is one of the most complex and challenging traditional crafts in Tibetan ethnic handicrafts. The main tools used are hammers and engraving knives, along with equipment such as furnaces and bellows. The process involves two steps: first, heating the gold and silver over charcoal fire, then hammering them repeatedly into semi-finished products. Next, these semi-finished pieces are meticulously carved and engraved to produce the final items. Gold and silverware such as bracelets, necklaces, hair ornaments, knife handles, and drinking cups are often adorned with a variety of exquisite designs.