The bracelet is lovely and exactly as pictured.  It is delicate-looking but sturdy enough for daily wear.  I have been wearing mine on a daily basis for three months now and (knock on wood) it still looks exactly as it came.

The mati measures 8mm in diameter.  The cross measures 11 x 8mm.  This is a beautiful piece, and it works well with other bracelets if you want an "arm party."