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The simulated diamonds are beautifully cut and set very firmly with prongs. Five are measured at 1.5mm and .015 carats each and the other three are 3mm at .005 carats each with a combined total carat weight of .09 carats. The rhodium finished sterling silver pendant hangs on a 16" sterling silver chain with a spring-ring clasp. This is a popular design and it looks absolutely stunning in person. The stones shine wonderfully under daylight and even indoors. The chain was hand picked to a thickness and design that would complement the pendant perfectly. The fleur-de-lis is a stylized design of an iris flower which is used both decoratively and symbolically. Fleur-de-lis is literally translated from French as "flower of the lily". It is adopted as a symbol of purity, royalty, and female virtue and spirituality. The three petals of the flower are said to represent faith, wisdom and chivalry, and to be a sign of divine favor. The three-petalled symbol also denotes the convergence of three rivers (the Mississippi, Missouri and Illinois). After Hurricane Katrina many New Orleanians of varying ages and backgrounds were tattooed with "one of its cultural emblems" as a "memorial" of the storm. Read more here. It is very eye catching and makes a perfect gift (who says you can't buy gifts for yourself?) Pendant Details Metal: Solid .925 Sterling Silver, "925" Engraved Finish: Rhodium plated (Anti-Tarnish, Platinum look) Stones: 8 White Brilliant Round Shaped Cubic Zirconias Stone Sizes: 1.5mm Pendant Size: .58" x .48" x 1/16 " (LxWxD)) "Easy" Size: 5/8" x 1/2" x 1/16" (LxWxD - Approximate) Chain Details Chain Style: Rolo w/ Spring Ring clasp Chain Material: Solid .925 Sterling Silver, "925" Engraved Chain Length: 16" Extension: No Removable Chain: Yes Summary Product Code N1006S Combined Weight: .9 oz ; 2.53 g Total Carat Weight: .09Ct