So far I have ordered 3 of these chains; one for myself, one for my 12-year old daughter, and one for my husband. This chain is absolutely beautiful, sturdy, and a fantastic length. Before my initial purchase, I had an 18" chain but it just wasn't long enough for me. After receiving this necklace, I knew that nothing shorter than 22" would ever do again. My daughter has sensitive skin that would always break out in a green rash from sterling silver earrings so I figured she must be allergic to SS and bought her a gold pair she has had awhile. Unfortunately, an overpriced gold chain I recently purchased for her didn't last very long (it was so thin it broke when she tried to remove it), so I decided to try this nickel free chain instead (as it may just be the nickel she is allergic to). It just arrived today so it's too soon to see an allergic reaction (if any) but like mine, it is absolutely beautiful and looks wonderful on her; she is very pleased. I am so pleased with this necklace that I placed another order for my husband who just wants a plain chain to wear 24/7. I'm sure he'll also be pleased when his arrives because he likes the look of the chain very much and we both agreed that the price can't be beat!