Introduction to the Gold and Silver Ware Exhibition Hall: Ancient Chinese gold and silver wares are cherished by the public for their precious materials, gorgeous decorations, exquisite craftsmanship, and both exotic characteristics and national styles. Zhenjiang Museum collects fine gold and silver ornaments, currency, utensils and other fine items from the Han Dynasty to the middle Qing Dynasty, which are basically unearthed from tombs or cellars in the area. Among them, the Tang, Song and Yuan dynasties are the major ones, and their production techniques and artistic styles represent the level and overall characteristics of gold and silver craftsmanship at that time, reflecting the glorious history of the development of ancient gold and silver crafts in this region.

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