I received my holiday pendant yesterday and I have to say that it really is a special piece. This piece is VERY hard to photograph. My advice is that if you are even considering to purchase this-- try to see it in person. It is very beautiful and much more beautiful than photos. I would not recommend this piece if it is your first VCA piece or even second or third due to the fact that it is very unique and not a piece that you would wear everyday like a MOP or all gold vintage alhambra pendant. It does change colors and is filled with pinks, greens & blue florescent shimmers.