This long necklace is sturdy enough to serve as a lanyard [with an ID badge packet hung from it]. It can also be worn as a long necklace for both casual and dressy affairs. It features 16 round turquoise colored stone beads with tiny black accent lines. The chain has hand-made links with heavy textured silver chain links at the bottom and top sides. The necklace has a very strong magnetic closure. It measures approximately 36” long. The beads are about 5/8” wide. It weights about 4.5 ounces.