This necklace was another cheepy buy as I call them (below $10) and I am finding that the quality is above average for the price... this is another gift box necklace and this dolphin pendant is just totally cute! The metal work is not messy/clumped..there is actual detail as in the seperation of the dolphin and the "balancing ball"... the chain is totally like a silver box chain style necklace... it is thick metal and looks feels like sterling silver... these box collection necklaces of animals are affordable and can be improved upon at home..I am collecting them..they remind me of the faberge eggs... you have a pretty gift box in different designs and when you open it..there is a pretty piece of jewelry!

I may replace the obvious cheap but cute plastic 'ball; with one of my pearls... I am satisfied..very pretty necklace.