I would highly recommend that you don't spring for a supposedly sterling silver chain in the hopes that it will not "turn" like cheap stuff does. My 13 year old has been wearing this chain since october, and it is now turning brownish-orange. Id say its not nearly as pure as advertised because sterling doesnt change colors. It looks, for all intents, like plating is coming off. Steer clear, or just buy the plated if you want , and save the money for "pure sterling" if your considering buying this chain.