These are teardrops of cubic zirconia in a garnet red cut. The sparkle is amazing! The french earwires are Sterling Silver or 14k Solid Gold or 14k Yellor or Rose Gold Filled - you choose. The stone size is a 10mm. The earrings hang an inch. This is high quality AAA CZ with beautiful faceting. There is 10 carats of CZ. A great wardrobe staple, these go with anything.