Feldspar, flashes of blue facets make this shine and seen from afar; up close it is more beautiful! Sage green is neutral, to wear often; it looks fab on plum or purple. Never worry that it will break; each bead is individually threaded with heavy 14 guage sterling. You won't see that done by anyone else! To earn free USPS/Priority/Ins/Track please mail your $693 USA check or USPS Money order to: Mimi Dee Artwear - POB 458 - Methuen, MA 01844. (PS: same address > 12 years!)