The items are hand made of alpaca silver (an alloy of zinc, nickel, and iron, it has properties similar to stainless steel, it is bright and shiny and does not rust or tarnish) and seniprecious stones All items are brand new. They are individually examined for high quality. These are very pretty, ethnic designs. Each item is individually wrapped to protect them Measures Large necklaces: 18"-20" Stones size: 1. 5"-2. 0"