Beautifully carved swordfish bill, a very impressive eye-catcher. The base and cracks in the swordfish bill filled with off white epoxy. THE STORY A master craftsman has intricately carved traditional Japanese Koi fish swimming in a pond with lotus flowers into this large swordfish tusk. As you can see, the carving is of extremely high quality and has an immense amount of detail. It could be seen as a type of scrimshaw; the name given to engravings and carvings done in bone or ivory. KOI FISH Koi fish are a common symbol in both Chinese culture and Feng Shui. Many of the attributes of the Koi symbolize several lessons and even trials individuals often encounter in life. The koi fish has a powerful and energetic life force, demonstrated by its ability to swim against currents and even travel upstream. Some of the characteristics associated with the koi include good fortune, success, prosperity, longevity, courage, ambition, and perseverance. Koi in Feng Shui: Its placement is said to attract auspicious abundance and prosperity into your home and life, and some opt to have multiple representations of this fish. Approximate Dimension The tusk is 88 cm long > The weight mentioned is including packing material. DISCLAIMERS - Since it is a natural tusk, it might have some natural minimal cracks and crevices in the tusk. This is normal. Please refer to pictures. - Our tusks are cleaned professionally, but sometimes minor discolouration still occurs. This is natural and normal, and not something we can do a lot about. Please refer to the pictures SHIPMENT - The swordfish will be sent with a Track & Trace code via DHL Parcel, DPD, or postNl. The tracking will be updated once your parcel has been dropped off. Please check regularly to avoid your parcel being returned. - If you have any questions about your parcel please contact us using the message service. We will try to reply within 3 working days TRANSPARENCY Lastly, when it comes to our working conditions, we work exclusively with Indonesian craftsmen and women in both Bali and Java. This piece specifically was made in Java, Indonesia. All of our craftsmen and women get paid a living wage that exceeds what Indonesian Law requires. Their income is enough for a comfortable home, food, education, ceremonies, and more.