16 1/2 inches long and 7/8 of an inch at the widest. It has the original clasp which looks to be brass or gold plated. I do not like to change my special antique and vintage items of which this is one, before they are sold, so it has not been restrung. I do always remind my customers though that any vintage bead necklace that is 70 years old or so,may need restringing.  (less)