This beautiful set of earrings features two rows of tiny byzantine chain made of 4mm copper and malachite (really dark grey) colored rings. The top half of each earring is linked together by more malachite colored rings to offer stability while the bottom halves are left to dangle free offering movement. This particular set of earrings is 1.5 inches in length from the base of the ear-wire. The raw copper will darken over time in reaction to the PH in the wearer's skin. Many people love this characteristic but if you want to keep the copper as bright as a brand new penny you can soak the earrings in a mild vinegar such as white vinegar and it will brighten back up beautifully.