I love this and have not taken it off since I got it! However I don't expect to own it very long you can use the term delicate if you want but flimsy is a better word. I doubt if there is a total of $30 worth of gold in this necklace I will be looking for a sturdier and of course more expensive necklace that looks exactly like this one. It is hard to keep it straight on your neck because it is so light.