As another reviewer noted, the lapis necklace was not striped as pictured, but a solid blue with tiny gold specks.  i'm a bit disappointed, because it is a significantly different looking item (see uploaded picture here, next to a quarter)than advertised.  My husband noted that it looked like a plastic coin purse (the old kind that splits in the middle when you squeeze it), and my young son said it looks like plastic because it's so shiny... but i like it, and think it's a stunning blue color. just be aware of this before you purchase. The thin silver chain is delicate and nice, but i think i'll switch chains with a much longer and thicker chain, to better match the heft of this item.