These are smooth teardrops of cubic zirconia simulating pink sapphire. The French earwires are 14k Solid Gold or 14k Yellow or Rose Gold Filled or Sterling Silver - you choose. The stone size is 9x13mm. The earrings hang 1.1 inch. This is high quality AAA CZ - the smooth cut is almost impossible to find. There is 10 carats of CZ. A great wardrobe staple. A perfect earring for pink lovers!