I bought this necklace in the 1990s and still love it but it's beautifully ornate and I pretty much strictly dress casually these days. For the right owner, it will rock a cocktail dress or soften a power suit during a long day in the office very nicely! I don't remember what it is made of but it has never tarnished in 30 years so I know it can't be silver. It effortlessly maintains its mirror-like finish and eases your transitions from a career persona to an evening/party-look without switching up your jewelry 👍