The necklace is sterling silver and handmade by a Navajo artist who signed and stamped the necklace, for authenticity. The necklace can be adjusted anywhere from 18 inches to almost 24 inches. The stones that the artist used in the necklace is, red coral, orange oyster shell, onyx, malachite, lapis and 2 different shades of turquoise. A gorgeous bear necklace.