Mr. Peacock and the stylized tree (studded with a ruby, a sapphire and a pair of opals) are pressed out of either gold fill or VERY high quality gold plate. The same applies to the filigreed trim and the Chinese character on the obverse side of the flat malachite oval. The character, by the bye, is pronounced "fu" in Cantonese, and means "happiness and good luck." The pendant is about 1-1/2" wide by 2" long, and is suspended from a 16" strand of malachite, hematite and glass pearl beads, with gold filled accents. The clasp is a gold plate hook set. Get your beauty, happiness and luck all in one affordable package! We like to make our own luck, as well as jewellery, here at SPARKLE PLENTY! All of our one of a kind and limited edition artisan beaded jewelry is individually handcrafted in our studio in Los Angeles, California. Be sure to browse our online store to see all of our bracelets, necklaces and earrings and other fashion accessories.All designs, text and photos copyright Sparkle Plenty Fine Beaded Jewellery 2002-2006 and may not be reproduced in whole or in part without prior, express written permission. All rights reserved.