These pearls were purchased as a graduation gift.  My sister finished college and never own pearls.  Based on the other reviews, I knew these were smaller, but I thought the length and color compensated.  They are in proportion to my sister's body style.  These looked fantastic on my sis without looking cheap.  They have weight to them, and can be worn in various fashion.  Only gave four stars because I thought the box and bag might have been too small. I had to hang prior to giving, and found a different box.  Rather than placin back in a velveteen bag, I doubled up the necklace and tied ribbon to it.