I received this for Christmas in 2012. The pearls have a decent luster and are nice and white. The amethyst also has good color, but they are just "bits" of stone - not really substantial. But the overall effect is lovely and casual. I wish it was just a little longer, but with enough patience I can wear it doubled (despite my big head!). But it takes a few tries and may strain the string it's made with.
It's 3 weeks after Christmas and I have worn this necklace twice. When I went to put in on today, it fell apart in my hand. It's strung on thread - very thin thread! And there is no knotting throughout (as there should be - to prevent bead loss). I am so disappointed in this necklace. It will cost me more to have it re-strung than it is worth.