GERMAN JADE and SILVER KOI FISH FIGURINE
Jude and silver figurine of a koi fish.
HALLMARKS: Hallmarked on lower tail fin with a trident, '800' for silver standard, and two other marks.
CONDITION: Very good for age. The item is described to the best of our knowledge. Please refer to pictures and email with any questions.
DIMENSIONS: 3.75 x 3.5 x 2 inches (9.5 x 8.9 x 5 cm). Weight: 134 grams.
ESTIMATE PRICE: $1,500 - $4,000.
HISTORY of SALES: A few years ago carved stone figurines (with no silver) were sold on Live Auctioneers and Sotheby's for $1,900 (1 year ago), $2,000 (2 years ago), $3,200 (1 year ago) and $5,670 (1 year ago) - please see the screenshots.
INVESTMENT: You have a GREAT CHANCE to purchase a unique item for your collection - over the years it will only INCREASE in price.
NO RESERVE: More than 90% of all auctioned items have NO reserve price. The rest have a very reasonable reserve.
INVESTMENT: This is a true investment and heirloom quality piece of the highest level, as this piece will continue to climb in value each year. Karl FABERGE pieces are sought after by collectors all around the world, and is one of the best investments one can make in their lifetime.
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SHIPPING: Domestic shipping for this particular item is $18.85. NO pick up fee, NO handling fee, NO transportation fee. Combined shipping is available - next item will be ONE DOLLAR for shipping.
NEW: Returning international customers will have 50% DISCOUNT on shipping.
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HISTORY: Koi fish are an extremely popular and colorful form of the fish species Amur carp (Cyprinus rubrofuscus). These fish are commonly kept as an ornamental fish in outdoor ponds or garden water features. They have a rich history in Asian culture dating back thousands of years - but are not related to goldfish despite their similar coloration. Their bright vibrant colors and behaviors can provide a splash of color and activity to any outdoor pond. Koi is actually the informal name for this species - they are often referred to as Japanese koi or their Japanese name, Nishikigoi. Nishikigoi is known as the "swimming jewel”. In Japanese culture, koi fish are often kept since they symbolize luck, prosperity, and good fortune. A koi fish was first displayed in Tokyo in 1914 - propelling their popularity around Japan. This was also around the time selective breeding started in Niigata, Japan, which developed and spread worldwide.

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