Amulet

How do Classic and Thorn Amulet differ?

The amulets of this family differ widely — from quiet and classic, in a precise Japanese reading of minimalism, to large, sculptural forms. Classic holds the stone in a restrained cylinder. The most expressive is the THORN amulet: a halved-torpedo form, as if found in the earth after thousands of years, with a crystal grown inside; an homage to Daniel Arsham.

The model defines the silver form. The stone, colour and outline change from piece to piece. This archive includes Classic and Thorn mono earrings, Double Thorn, three sizes of Classic Amulet stud and necklaces on chains. Thorn Amulet with a stone belongs to AMULET and RITUAL; the THORN family without stones belongs to CODEX.

Weight belongs to the specific piece, not every object in its model. For the green quartz necklace in the second variation, 40 g is the weight of this necklace together with its stone. Both Thorn necklaces already contain stones; they are not empty settings waiting for an insert.

Which stones are in the Amulet archive?

The catalogue holds 25 earrings with tourmaline, 8 with aquamarine and 4 necklaces with quartz. The current photographs of Classic Amulet studs S, M and L show heliodor: these were trial samples and have sold. The two Thorn necklaces show green and pink stones; their listings do not identify the mineral species. We keep that distinction and do not identify a mineral from colour alone.

The Classic Amulet stud is not tied to one stone. Heliodor, tourmaline and aquamarine can appear in this form, in different colours. For mineral context, GIA describes tourmaline's wide colour range and identifies aquamarine as a blue variety of beryl. These are mineral descriptions; the stone in an individual amulet is named in its own listing.

Why are the quartz faces here natural?

The Classic green quartz necklace, second variation preserves the crystal's natural faces. This stone has not been cut, polished or treated. Silver holds its upper part while the pointed end remains exposed. A flat face in a photograph does not, by itself, mean the crystal was cut.

Raw, wild-growth stone unites the family without making its pieces identical. Compare the complete photographs: the crystal's length, how far it extends beyond the setting, its shade and visible inclusions. For a necklace, also check chain length; for an earring, check the weight of the specific piece.

How do I request an amulet when the one I like has sold?

An amulet listing records one individually photographed object. After sale it remains in the archive. Neither the sold stone nor an exact copy of that piece is offered to order. You can request something similar, naming the form, size and colour you like. A different amulet is shown separately, with its own stone, weight and price.

The archive does not promise two-week production. A person at STRUGA confirms availability, photographs of another piece, its terms and dispatch date. Worldwide shipping is available; shipping and exchanges are described separately for this storefront.

How should I handle the silver and exposed stone?

The archive contains 29 pieces in uncoated silver and 13 with an oxidized finish. Living Silver is 925 silver without rhodium plating; it darkens over time. Oxidation is a dark finish applied beforehand. Check your piece's description before lightening its surface.

Protect an exposed crystal from impacts and sudden heat. Wipe silver with a soft cloth; do not apply metal cleaner to the stone without checking first. For tourmaline, GIA recommends warm soapy water and advises against ultrasonic and steam cleaning. If dirt sits around the setting, or the stone moves, contact STRUGA.