Extendable Chopsticks The tips retract into the branch-like portion. Exquisite craftsmanship. Searching "furidashi chopsticks" online will show similar items. (Those have a pure silver hallmark) They were priced around 85,000 yen. The branch portion has a paulownia leaf crest, which also looks like a family crest. That part is gold and shimmering. The main body looks like silver, but there is no hallmark. There are some areas, such as the tips of the chopsticks, that have darkened. When I polished a part of it, it came off. It looks like silver tarnish. I have experience with engraving. It doesn't look like stainless steel; it looks like silver, but it's unclear whether it's silver-plated or solid silver. It is not guaranteed to be silver. Please see the images for the size. Although the origin is unknown, the skilled technique of the craftsman is evident. It would be suitable to include in a container for outdoor tea ceremonies. Thank you for looking.