I ordered the necklace as a gift. It has just taken a week to the chain was here. Since the Aktikel from London comes, I think the delivery time is good. For Packaging: The chain was in a small plastic bag, which lay in a velvet-box (according to the photo). The whole thing was in a small cardboard box in a plastic bag. Packaged appropriately! And by the velvet-box looks classy chain when you presented. The chain itself is very nice. The pendant is small (not tiny) so you can wear the necklace every day. Just like I wanted to. The length of the chain is also ideal to carry you every day. Do not also does not depend directly on the neck but above the clothes. One star less there because the chain is very thin. I'm assuming you tear very quickly. You have to pick a new chain and use with the trailer so eventually. Conclusion: the chain is very nice for the price and well packaged! Highly recommended.