2.96 Carats of brilliant round cut diamonds and 5.51 carats of marquise cut diamonds for a total weight of 8.47 carats. 78 diamonds in total all F-G color and VS Clarity. set in 18 karat white gold. These beautiful one of a kind dangle earrings were made for us in Italy. We source each of the stones and then work with artisans all over the world to achieve our designs. Even the craftsmanship on the back of the earrings are beautiful.