Each earring is an paper bead made from sheet music, paired with glass beads, hanging from silver colored shepherd hook ear-wire. The length of the earring from the top of the ear-wire to the bottom of the glass bead is 2.125.″. The width of the paper bead is about 0.25″. Very Lightweight Perfect gift for any musician or music lover The paper beads were sealed with several coats of sealer and 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.