Carabiner #2 Small Earring | STRUGA
A miniature Carabiner #2 as a mono earring — functional hardware carrying the SIGNATURE ASYMMETRIC form.
Carabiner #2 is the DNA silhouette of STRUGA — the Signature Asymmetric form, the first shape of the brand. Here it is a fully working spring mechanism in the small size: the same carabiner used as a clasp in the bracelet line, shrunk into an earring. 925 silver, handmade in the workshop.
A tool you can clip onto anything — or simply wear. Mono or paired.
Material: 925 sterling silver, no rhodium plating. Handmade in the Bali workshop.
Form: SIGNATURE ASYMMETRIC — STRUGA's first form, from the CODEX world; the DNA carabiner silhouette.
Mechanism: a working spring carabiner — the same clasp used in the bracelet line, scaled to an earring. Mono earring.
Surface: Living Silver — the metal darkens with air and skin; friction lightens the raised edges. Patina is a property, not a defect.
Care: soft cloth or silver-cleaning solution; avoid harsh chemicals and ultrasonic baths.
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, naturally oxidized or hand-patinated. The darkening is part of the design. It is a brutalist object that reacts and changes through contact with the environment and the wearer.
SPECIFICATIONS
| Article | E-0524 |
| Material | 925 Sterling Silver |
| Availability | Made to order · ~2 weeks |
| Weight | 2.5 g |
| Finish | Living Silver |
| Technique | Wax model, 925 silver, hand finishing |
| Production | Handmade in Bali, Indonesia |
| World | CODEX |
| Family | SIGNATURE ASYMMETRIC |
| Size Guide | How to find your ring size → |
| 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 — where STRUGA began. The first form of the brand. STRUGA began with it — and so did the project’s central experiment: take one form and carry it across different types of pieces.
Read the SIGNATURE ASYMMETRIC form story→EXPLORE STRUGA
Frequently asked questions
How much does the earring weigh, and how does it feel in the ear?
The Carabiner earring is 2.5 grams of 925 sterling silver, in the small size. It sits light; the ear barely registers it. The form is compact and made for everyday wear.
Does the carabiner actually work, or is it only the shape?
The mechanism is functional. It is the same spring carabiner as Carabiner #2, the one that serves as the clasp in STRUGA's bracelet line, scaled down to an earring: the spring opens and snaps shut. You can clip the earring to almost anything, or simply wear it.
Is the earring sold singly or as a pair?
This is a mono earring — worn on its own, as a standalone object. If you want a pair, you can take two. Availability of a second earring can be confirmed through Custom Order.
Why does the silver darken, and how do I care for it?
The surface is Living Silver — 925 silver without rhodium plating. The earring arrives light and darkens with air and skin: the recesses of the relief deepen, while friction lightens the raised edges. The patina is a property, not a defect. You can bring the metal back to 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. It began the brand's central experiment: one form carried across different types of pieces — from a chain link to a carabiner. The aesthetic came out of CNC machining of sheet material: sharp edges, even planes, recessed cuts. It is the most widely represented form in the brand.
