This is a Coptic Christian cross pendant that was handmade in Ethiopia and which is strung on Tiger Tail a very strong metal wire coated with plastic that is very flexible and makes a comfortable necklace. The beads chosen for this piece are antique carnelian stone beads which were excavated from Mali, sodalite stone beads, square iolite stone beads, garnet stone beads, African metal beads and two enamel beads with flower designs. This necklace is finished with a sterling silver lobster clasp with sterling silver crimp beads. This necklace measures 19 inches long. Message me before buying for help combining shipping or use the request invoice button.