Unbelievable quality for the price.  Looks like platinum and diamonds.  The only negative is that the threader that goes through the ear is etremely delicate, just placing the backing on bends the threader.  This would not stop me from buying this brand again, I'm online shopping for more styles.  Just know that you have to be very careful and gentle.  The hoop itself is sturdy, not flimsy-just the threader.