I originally put this in my cart for myself but then decided to purchase it for my mother-in-laws birthday.  The chain is sturdier than I expected for the price and very shiny.  I was surprised that the pendant was not on the chain when it arrived - I don't have the best eyes and experienced some difficulty getting it on the chain - but I did manage to put it together.  It would have been nice if it was pre-assembled and arrived in a gift box.  The little drawstring bag it arrived in is not a gift worthy wrapping for presentation purposes.  The necklace itself is very pretty.  The amethyst and silver are very shiny and sparkly and I almost changed my mind and kept it for myself instead of giving it to my mother in law...but I purchased a different necklace for me and decided I didn't need both of them.  The price was right and it's a nice quality necklace worthy of gift giving.  It's a delicate size - I don't think it's too small as some other reviewers indicated.  I don't like gaudy jewelry so I felt this was the perfect size.  Great item, great price.  Another reason I love shopping on Amazon.