These are faceted heart shaped teardrops of cubic zirconia simulating pink sapphire. The sparkle is amazing! The french earwires are 14k Solid Gold or 14k Yellow or Rose Gold Filled or Sterling Silver - you choose. The stone size is a 10mm. The earrings hang an inch, small and dainty in design. This is high quality AAA CZ. There is 15 carats of CZ. A great wardrobe staple. A perfect lightweight earring for pink lovers!