I have to say first that the company has great customer service!  The ring is really sparkly and shiny. I bought it for my teenage daughter and she loves it. She has received many compliments on it. Now it's pretty sturdy & is adjustable, however I wouldn't keep playing around with the adjusting in that it will snap.  I don't know how long the shiny gold will last before it wears away, but for the price it is an adorable ring for teenagers.