I got this as a lightning deal for 12.99. The pearls are small, but a nice size. I have small earlobes and have a hard time wearing earrings with posts because it looks funny. I wouldn't mind if these were slightly smaller, but they don't look ridiculous on my earlobes. They're simple but elegant. I thought the price was pretty good, too-- I bought these to replace a pair of pearl studs because I had lost one of them, and I don't feel that these are too precious to wear except on special occasions. The posts are very thin and light, but I expected that because of the price, and so far no problems with allergies or breakage.