I have not owned/worn the necklace long enough to comment on its durability, but I am giving it 5 stars based on how it looks. It is very pretty...stone is a clear/bright, sparkly, deep blue color that is true to the photo. The 2-carat pendant is a good size for those (like me) who prefer their jewelry on the delicate side...not too small, as to be unnoticeable, but not so large that it is the first noticed. It's always so hard to tell the actual size of jewelry items online. I think they should ALWAYS be displayed in photos both alone "and" on a person or mannequin figure! This necklace comes with a box chain (my favorite, as it doesn't tangle in the hair as badly as some others), and is packaged nicely in 3 tiers of protective and/or gift-giving layers...a small plastic bag, inside a small sachet (with bow/string, pull), inside a small simple box (with padded insert). I also like that Peora offers "free shipping" on their jewelry...always a nice bonus!