Did you know that one of the most expensive chopsticks is worth $17,000 a pair? Why so expensive? Think gold-plated and diamond-studded, and you'll understand why. Now we understand the average joe can’t afford to shell out such an enormous amount of money for chopsticks, but hey, when you've got money to burn, go for it. But wait. There's a pair of chopsticks more expensive than this one, and it was made down under with a price tag that will make most of us faint: 198,500 Australian dollars. Created by master goldsmith Paul Amey in Gold Coast, Australia, these chopsticks are donned with diamonds, pearls, and ebony. While shelling out loads of cash for diamond-studded chopsticks is a norm for the wealthy, we'll settle with the ones we can buy for $3 a pair; thank you very much.
Over 22 percent of the world's population use chopsticks as their eating utensil. The humble chopstick can be traced back to around 1200 BC and was first discovered in China, particularly in the Henan province. The first forms of chopsticks are believed to be dated back 5,000 years and were probably used for cooking. The earliest known mention of chopsticks in historical documents was in the third century B.C.. The most common materials used in its construction are ivory, bamboo, wood, and even precious metals. It has been an essential dining tool in many Asian cultures. By the year 500 C.E., people in Korea, Japan, Taiwan, Mongolia, Thailand, and Vietnam were already using chopsticks regularly.
This National Chopstick Day, celebrate by giving the gift of a portable, eco-friendly tableware set your valued customers can take wherever they go. They're perfect as party favors or giveaways for your next event. Request more info now by giving us a call at 855-544-4438.