Munir Metalworks

Munir Metalworks is one of the oldest forges in Hilael and currently houses the biggest union of blacksmiths in Tahwil. Unlike weaponsmiths from the neighboring kingdom Kaliq-Hala, Munir focuses more on jewelry and cosmetic items. Their jewelry is sold on the market streets of Iilaa Markaaz and used for common rituals such as marriage, daily prayer, and funerals. Historically, they used to be employed by the duchy to make luxury goods but have since grown to include common items like cups and silverware.
The forge is named after Munir Haddad, an early settler who landed before 1010 and played a major part in the commercialization of Tahwil. He was known for his lacelike jewelry, made with thin wires of gold and silver that were meticulously twisted, soldered together and arranged into artistic shapes or lattice. In 1048, a year before the reigning Crescent Queen’s coronation, he was commissioned to make a crown. This newfound fame of his made artisans flock to his hometown Tahwil, which was already becoming an artistic mecca, in hopes of learning something from Munir. Seeing an opportunity to raise smiths of the next generation, Munir expanded his forge and took in apprentices of his own.
While it’s more common for artisans to work alone or stay in small numbers, Munir is one of few forges that take in anyone curious enough with nimble hands. This is largely because of their history and the sheer amount of goods Munir produces now.
Much of Munir’s old jewlery, engraved with his signature M, are held by Hilealeans all over the continent who have passed them along as family heirlooms. Since his passing, master blacksmiths following his lead have engraved their work with a matching MM. This ‘MM’ is now the stamp of luxury among upper classes when it comes to jewelry.

from Diderot’s L’Encyclopedie

Type

Craftsman, Blacksmith / Smithy