This is a fancy decorative necklace for Mardi Gras 2001. Mardi Gras is French for Fat Tuesday refers to events of the Carnival celebration, beginning on or after the Christian feasts of the Ephiphany (Three Kidns Day) and culminating on the day before Ash Wednesday (knows as Shrvoe Tuesday). Mardi Gras reflects the practice of the last night of eating rich, fatty foods befor the ritual fasting of the Lenten season. This necklace has purple bead and the pendant measures 3-1/2". Shipping is $3.95 to anywhere in the USA. International shipping rates apply. Save on shipping on multiple purchases. Dedicated to community outreach year-round the Krewe of Selene supports Ladies for Liberty by sending items to troops overseas, a food drive to support Second Harvest Food Bank, and Project Christmas, which helps local familes in need. Necklace is 19" long. In great condition. Shipping is $4.95 to anywhere in the USA. International shipping rates apply. Save more on shipping on multiple purchases.