Koi Fish in Lotus Pond -
Translation of the writing is (R-L)
“Happy to get good omen; four season peaceful good
luck; extra money every year”
The pronunciation in Mandarin of fish is similar to
that of the word 'extra' and since most people of China were traditionally
poor extra always meant to be money.
Three fish individually were used to show symbolism
for Lucky, Prosperity and Long Life. Together they add extra to these
meanings.