These Paua Shell dangle earrings are completely backed in Sterling Silver, they are well constructed and artful as well as visually pleasing! The Paua Shell offers swirls of saturated deep color like blue, green, pink and yellow while the hand made and hand placed sterling silver work adds whimsy! These earrings are just over 1 1/2" from the ear. They were designed by Marianna and Richard and handmade by the Artisans of Bali!