A long-legged spider dangles from the hauntingly graceful mourning hands of arachne, the weaver of greek mythology who was transformed into a spider. The earrings are of mirrored hands, each measuring about 3.5 inches long. The backings are niobium french hooks (hypoallergenic and perfect for sensitive ears). The earrings themselves are made of antiqued nickel metal alloy. The earrings are lightweight, weighing about 0.2oz each.