Necklace is composed of tiny chips of red coral drilled and strung. For the price it is a great buy and as a 'stocking stuffer' a fine little present. This is not a top jeweler quality product. The plastic baggie it comes in had a few tiy loose chips that had come of the necklace due to holes drilled too close to the edge of the coral. You get what you pay for so if you're looking for a nice little inexpensive present this will work.