Signature Asymmetric Ear Cuff (L) | STRUGA
SPECIFICATIONS
| Article | K-0493-L |
| Material | 925 Sterling Silver |
| Availability | Made to order · ~2 weeks |
| Weight | 3.8 g |
| Finish | Living Silver |
| Technique | Wax model, 925 silver, hand finishing |
| Production | Handmade in Bali, Indonesia |
| World | CODEX |
| Family | SIGNATURE ASYMMETRIC |
| Size Guide | Ear cuff sizing guide → |
| Shipping | Carrier rates, one exchange within 14 days |
| Care | Wipe with a soft cloth after wearing. Remove before water or chemicals |
THE STORY OF THIS PIECE
The first form of the brand — and the form that began STRUGA’s central experiment: one form carried across different types of pieces, from a pendant to a carabiner. The aesthetic came from CNC-cut sheet material — sharp edges, even planes, recessed depth. It is the most widely represented form in the brand.
Read the SIGNATURE ASYMMETRIC form story→EXPLORE STRUGA
SIGNATURE ASYMMETRIC link — the first form of STRUGA — scaled to wrap the upper edge of the ear.
The cuff is 925 sterling silver, 3.8 grams, size L: the largest of the three silver sizes. It holds the ear by the tension of the band, so no piercing is needed. The price is $160, and the piece is made to order in about two weeks.
The same asymmetric link runs through Signature rings, bracelets, necklaces and chains — SIGNATURE ASYMMETRIC is the most widely represented form in the brand. Living Silver finish — recesses will darken, planes will stay bright from wear.
At a glance.
Material: 925 sterling silver, no rhodium plating.
Weight and size: 3.8 g, size L — the largest of the three silver cuffs in the family.
Price: $160, made to order in about two weeks.
Family / world: SIGNATURE ASYMMETRIC, from the CODEX world — the brand's first form.
Finish: Living Silver — recesses darken, worn planes stay bright; the patina is a property, not a defect.
Fit: an open cuff that holds the edge of the ear by band tension — no piercing.
Care: soft cloth or silver-cleaning solution; avoid harsh chemicals and ultrasonic baths.
How it is made, and how it is worn
The form is modelled in 3D, a silicone mould is taken from the model, silver is cast into it, and a silversmith finishes the piece by hand. The aesthetic comes from CNC-cut sheet material: sharp edges, even planes, recessed depth. Along the wide outer plane the word STRUGA is engraved lengthwise, with the 925 hallmark stamped beside it.
The cuff is open. Ease the band apart or together slightly with your fingers, and it settles on the edge of the ear. It is worn on one ear as a standalone object, or opposite an earring on the other side. Around it sit the other objects of the SIGNATURE ASYMMETRIC family carrying the same link — rings, bracelets, necklaces, chains.
Which Signature Asymmetric cuff to choose
The link is the same in every cuff of the family. What changes is how much metal sits on the ear, and whether the surface takes a patina at all.
| Object | Material | Weight | Price | Reads as |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Signature Asymmetric Ear Cuff (S) | 925 silver | 0.5 g | $58 | A thin line on the outer ear, seen up close |
| Signature Asymmetric Ear Cuff (M) | 925 silver | 1.6 g | $125 | The middle step: the link is legible, the weight stays light |
| Signature Asymmetric Ear Cuff (L) — this object | 925 silver | 3.8 g | $160 | The whole link at ear scale, felt as weight |
| Signature Carbon Fiber Ear Cuff | Matte carbon | 0.3 g | $95 | The same L outline in carbon: no silver, no patina |
Silver darkens and keeps the patina; the carbon version stays matte black and does not change with time. That is the real choice between them, not the price difference.
Who it is for, and when
The L cuff is made for an ear that is not pierced and is not going to be. It grips the outer edge, holds by its own spring, and comes off at the end of the day leaving nothing behind. At 3.8 grams it is the heaviest of the three silver sizes: enough to be felt for the first hour, not enough to pull.
Worn alone on one ear it reads as a deliberate object. Worn opposite a row of studs it becomes the anchor of the pair. It is a natural first STRUGA object for someone who already wears Signature rings or bracelets and wants the same link higher up. It travels well: no clasp to fail, nothing to unscrew in a bag.
Where it does not work: sleeping in it. The flat planes press against the ear under a pillow, and the cuff is better off on the table overnight.
About STRUGA. STRUGA is a dark silver jewelry brand founded by Dmitry Strugovshchikov and Ekaterina Strugovshchikova, handcrafted in our Bali workshop by master silversmiths. Every piece is 925 sterling silver. This ear cuff carries the Living Silver finish: bare silver with no rhodium plating, which darkens on its own from air and skin. The darkening is part of the design. It is a brutalist object that reacts and changes through contact with the environment and the wearer.
Frequently asked questions
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How much does the ear cuff weigh, and how does it sit on the ear?
The cuff is 3.8 grams of 925 sterling silver. This is size L, the largest of the three. On the ear the weight is barely noticeable. The cuff is open and wraps the edge of the ear; it holds its place through the tension of the band.
Do I need a piercing to wear the ear cuff?
No. The cuff slips onto the edge of the ear and holds by tension — no piercing required. Ease the band open or closed slightly with your fingers so it settles against your ear.
How much does the Signature Asymmetric ear cuff cost?
Size L costs $160. The piece is made to order and takes about two weeks before it ships. The smaller silver sizes are $58 for S and $125 for M; the carbon version of the same outline is $95.
How does size L differ from the smaller sizes?
L is the largest of the three cuff sizes and weighs 3.8 grams against 1.6 for M and 0.5 for S. It carries the same asymmetric link, only larger: it wraps a greater span of the ear's edge. The smaller sizes are more compact and read only from close up.
Why does the silver darken, and how do I care for it?
The surface is Living Silver — 925 sterling silver without rhodium plating. The cuff arrives light and darkens with air and skin: the recesses of the relief grow dark, while friction keeps the raised edges bright. The patina is a property, not a defect. You can bring the metal back to the light with care: a soft cloth or a silver-cleaning solution. Avoid harsh chemicals and ultrasonic baths.
What is the SIGNATURE ASYMMETRIC family?
SIGNATURE ASYMMETRIC is STRUGA's first form, from the CODEX world. The brand began with it: one form carried across different types of pieces — rings, bracelets, necklaces, chains, ear cuffs. It started with pendants in carbon with inserts, and the MOSAIC family grew out of that early work. Today it is the most widely represented form in the brand. The first two ear cuffs STRUGA ever made were in the BLADE form and in this one.
