Gold Chopsticks Appraisal

Gold-Tone Connected Chopsticks with Koi Fish Rest

This set consists of two slender, square-to-round tapered chopsticks joined at the top by a small security chain. The sticks are accompanied by a decorative chopstick rest shaped like a koi fish. All components feature a bright, polished gold-tone finish over what appears to be a metal substrate, likely brass or stainless steel. The chopsticks have a modern, minimalist square profile at the handle portion that transitions smoothly into a rounded, tapered tip for functionality. The koi fish rest is highly detailed, featuring realistic textured scales, a fanned tail, and pronounced fins, indicating a high level of casting detail. The chain connecting the two sticks suggests a decorative or souvenir function, potentially serving as a travel set or high-end dining accessory intended to keep the pair together. The condition appears to be excellent, with a mirror-like finish and no visible tarnishing, pitting, or significant scratches. The craftsmanship indicates contemporary manufacturing with a focus on luxury aesthetics. While no maker's marks are visible in the photograph, the style is consistent with high-end East Asian tableware. The item's uniform luster and precision-cut edges suggest modern machining and electroplating rather than traditional hand-forged antique metalwork.