10" Gin Matsuba Standard Fin Koi — Live Pond Fish [Premium Grade]

Silver Elegance with a Pine-Cone Pattern — The Gin Matsuba

The Gin Matsuba is one of the most visually striking metallic koi varieties available — a Hikari Muji (single-color metallic) koi featuring a brilliant silver (Gin) base adorned with the iconic pine-cone (Matsuba) scale reticulation. Each scale is edged in deep black, creating a mesmerizing net-like pattern that shimmers and shifts as the fish moves through the water.

At 10 inches, this is a well-developed specimen with a strong, healthy body and a pattern that will only deepen and refine with age. A true showpiece for any pond.

Variety Details

• Variety: Gin Matsuba (Hikari Muji class)
• Colors: Brilliant metallic silver (Gin) base with black pine-cone scale reticulation (Matsuba)
• Pattern: Dark scale centers creating a net-like pattern across the entire body
• Fin Type: Standard fin
• Size: 10" — a strong, mature specimen

What to Expect

• Healthy, farm-raised koi from Crystal Creek Koi Farm
• Metallic sheen intensifies under sunlight — stunning in outdoor ponds
• Matsuba reticulation may sharpen and deepen with age and proper nutrition
• Hardy and adaptable — peaceful temperament ideal for community ponds

Pond Requirements

• Minimum 500–750-gallon pond recommended
• Stable water temperature, robust filtration, and aeration required
• Compatible with all koi and goldfish varieties

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