Before you get these earrings, please read more about diamonds. 1/3 cttw is the total carat weight of these earrings, so they ARE small. The color and clarity are not great, so they have some flaws that are visible to the eye. They still sparkle, and they look very elegant. I prefer small but real diamonds over large CZ, so it is a matter of preference. These are starter diamonds for people that want to wear real diamonds without breaking the bank. I am pleased with them. My only complaint is that these earrings did not come with a certificate of authenticity. If they were not sold by Amazon, probably I would have returned them just for that reason.