While this is an O.K. piece for the money, its not any great deal for the price paid. The 'stained glass' feels and looks like colored plastic. I had to hacksaw part of a terminal chain link away in order to attach the chain to the top of the chandelier, it couldnt be bent open and then closed again. It did come partially assembled and very safely packed/protected and no pieces missing. While substancial it is not overly heavy. It's O.K., just not the great discounted buy one is led to believe it is.