* These earrings are a cast from REAL swirl cut strombus luhanus seashells * The size of the earrings are approximately 1 inch in diameter * Earring post is sterling silver (due to possible allergies) * Earrings are sustainably and ethically made from 100% recycled brass and gold or silver plated * Earrings are plated with 1 micron of gold or sterling silver * Non-toxic - here's no nickel, cadmium or lead in our jewelry * Every Laura Elizabeth jewelry comes in an anti-tarnish bag (keeping your jewelry sparkling longer!)