The necklace looks just like it does in the picture, except for the coloring. The Color of the stone is not so pronounced as it is in the photo. It's more subtle. Also, pay attention to the size details of the pendant, because the picture creates an illusion of it being bigger than it actually is. Overall, I am happy with it, and my sister, who I bought it for, likes it. My only truly negative comment is that I was disappointed with the 'personalized' note. I typed in the message I wanted on the note since I was buying the necklace as a gift, but the note I received was handwritten on a piece of stationary. Not to be rude, but I could have just as easily written the note myself.