Came with all of the pieces to replace a boring seat, including soft rubber washer-like plugs so that it doesn't tighten too much against the fragile porcelain toilet surface.  The metal was as shiny as pictured.  The 'scallop' design was more of a 'rope' design, as it's more twisted than scalloped, but works well with the decor.  It is heavier than the prior seat, and can sound loud when closing, but I haven't noticed any damage from the handful of times that it was dropped shut.  I will definitely look for something similar when replacing other bathroom seats.  Much nicer than the ones found in big box stores nearby.