Each earring was made with an origami crab folded from a red, black & gold color Chiyogami Japanese paper, dangle from a gold colored fish hook ear-wire. Very lightweight. The length of the earring from the top of the ear wire to the bottom of the crab is about 1.5″. The width of the crab is about 1″. The origami crab was sealed with several coats of sealer and non-yellowing satin varnish to add durability and protect them from moisture. But they are not waterproof, so do not submerge the earrings in water, or wear them to go swimming or taking showers. Crab symbolize prosperity & status, and is also the Zodiac sign for Cancer. This earrings is a perfect good luck gift for birthday, first anniversary & a fun beach vacation jewelry