Liu Xingdong in his workroom in the Ancient City of Pingyao, Oct 11. Traditional silverware and gold handicraft making in Jinzhong features engraving techniques. No matter what size the items are, various patterns such as birds, flowers and figures are engraved on the handicrafts. Moreover, the production process is complex, requiring more than nine processes such as carving, welding and polishing. [Photo/Xinhua]