I would NOT recommend anyone to buy this item.  It tarnishes way too easily.  The gold plating is a joke. I would give it a 0 star if I could.  I bought these in Sep 2009. The  jewelry turned black within a matter of 13 months.  I had spent close to $165 buying the complete set - bracelet, necklace and earrings as a wedding gift.  To my embarrassment the bride returned the jewelry back to me indicating that this set had already tarnished in Oct 2010.  If it is $5 item then I am okay with the item tarnishing within a year or two.  However at this price point an 18K gold plated item better hold up.  I contacted Amazon but they only have a 30 day return policy.  So long story short stay away from it. I would like to know the feedback from all the folks who gave positive feedback on this item within 30 day of purchase.  How is it holding up? I am uploading some pictures so that you can judge it for yourself!!!

Note: I would advise you to look at jewelry made by RISIS - Singapore.  Not a single black mark after 18 years and I paid $35 for the real orchids (plated with 24K gold)  earring set.