This is a gorgeous necklace! Silver Essence is an 18 inch chain of heavyweight stainless steel 8mmx13mm ovals, every other one textured. Front hook closure is rhodium plated brass. Attached is a beautiful rough cut labradorite teardrop stone pendant with silver solder that measures an additional 2 inches. You can see all the natural fissures in this cut of gemstone as well as the iridescent shades of blue, grey and green this stone possesses.