These 2" long earrings are made with 11mm rippled Japan Kasumi pearls in deep purple and golden tones with fantastic luster. Yes, these gorgeous seashells would hurt if you stepped on them, don't do that. The photos don't quire catch the deep colors of the pearls and how the lavender tones in the seashells are complimenting the overtones of the pearls, so you will be pleasantly surprised when you see them in person. The ear wires are gold fill. ID#KDE1229/KDJ560/P4699X2/PP320X2