The pictures do NOT do this beautiful necklace justice. The marcasite chain and filigree is shiny and looks very expensive, much more so than similar items of the same genre. The delicate filigree shines through the back of the shiny, vibrant red heart and looks almost like the veins in a real heart. This would make a wonderful gift for the lady, or girl, in your life. The quality is stunning and the chain length is perfect for the average woman. Would be a bit longer on a little girl, but equally attractive. I highly recommend this sterling silver oxidized marcasite and garnet colored glass heart pendant. I am very happy with it.