Metal engraving is an ancient craft, which finds referencein the Vedas.
Archelogical finding of the copper tools of 300 B.C. at pre-Harappan Sites of Baluchistan and kali Bangan in Rajasthan, reveal the existence of metal ware in India sub- continent.
Brass is a metal composed primarily of copper and zinc. Moradabad is renowned for brass work and has carved a niche for itself in the handicraft industry throughout the world.
It is now one of the biggest exports centres of handicraft in the state. Today, it houses around 29% of the artisans in India.
The modern, attractive and artisan’s brassware, jewellery and trophies made by skilled artisans are the main crafts.
The attractive brassware is exported to countries like USA, Britain, Canada, Germany and Middle East Asia.