I bought this item originally because I wanted one of the evil eye charms for personal reasons. However, when I got it, I found it was actually quite beautiful. The glass beads have a lovely color and are very sturdy, and the crystals in the seperators sparkled in most any light. It was also a very sturdy bracelet, I've worn it daily for months, and I have yet to crack a bead or be concerned about the elastic (and I'm rather clumsy, so my wrist often bumps things). I get more compliments on this bracelet than practically anything I own! People always think it must have been expensive, and the few friends who know the price almost didn't believe me when I told them. Overally it's a great item and I plan to buy it as a gift for at least 1 friend in the near future.