SPECIFICATIONS
| Article | R-0492-D16 |
| Material | 925 Sterling Silver |
| Availability | Made to order · ~2 weeks |
| Weight | 4.7 g·for the selected size; weight may vary slightly |
| Size | 16 |
| Finish | Living Silver |
| Technique | Wax model, 925 silver, hand finishing |
| Production | Handmade in Bali, Indonesia |
| World | CODEX · DARK UNION |
| Family | THORN · DARK UNION |
| 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 third form of the brand — a thorn. Sharp angles, two aesthetics brought together: CNC and 3D-modelling. THORN began as a chain link and grew into a large family: chokers, earrings, rings, bracelets.
Read the THORN form story→DARK UNION — an alternative take on the engagement and wedding ring: STRUGA steps outside standard design and shows what rings for these rituals can be. It is a dark, oxidized piece into which any wild-growth stone, meteorite, or any other metal can be set.
Read the DARK UNION form story→EXPLORE STRUGA
925 sterling silver in the shape of thorns — sharp, plane-faceted, cleanly edged. THORN design code at the intersection of the brand's two structural languages: THORN and BRUTALISM.
THORN began with a chain link whose edges actually pricked the skin — a constant, quiet reminder. The ring carries that geometry into a hard, asymmetric silhouette: half-link cut, sharp planes, no stones. A wax model, a silicone form, 925 silver, and hand finishing. Living Silver finish — recessed surfaces darken with the environment, raised faces stay bright.
An alternative wedding band for the Dark Union line: it ages with whatever it lives through. Worn solo or paired with another silver piece.
World and family: CODEX → THORN, the brand's third numbered form. The ring belongs to the DARK UNION family — the ready-to-buy line of rings for the union.
Material: 925 sterling silver, no stones, no plating.
Design code: THORN × BRUTALISM — hard, asymmetric half-link silhouette with sharp, plane-faceted edges.
Finish: Living Silver — a property, not applied oxidation: recessed surfaces darken with the environment, raised faces stay bright.
Price: from $181 in size 16 to $488 in size 22 — the price follows the silver each size carries.
Line: an alternative wedding band for Dark Union; ages with whatever it lives through.
Care: don't polish the whole ring — wipe only the raised planes; avoid chlorine, harsh cleaners, and ultrasonic baths.
Price and sizes
The price follows the size, because every size is cast from a different amount of silver: from $181 in size 16 (4.7 g) to $488 in size 22 (12.7 g). Size here is the inner diameter in millimetres, 16 through 22; anything outside that range goes through Custom Order. The ring is made to order in the Bali workshop — about 2 weeks of work, shipped worldwide. The weight of every single size sits in the specifications table above.
Thorn Ring next to the other STRUGA rings
| Ring | Finish | Weight | Sizes | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thorn Ring — this one | Living Silver | 4.7–12.7 g | 16–22 | $181–$488 |
| Brutalism Ring v.1 | Living Silver | 9.6–24 g | 15–22 | $382–$1013 |
| Brutalism Ring v.3 | Black oxidation | 9.6–24 g | 15–22 | $368–$920 |
Thorn is the lightest and the sharpest of the three: a cut half-link where BRUTALISM puts a solid block, which is why it starts at roughly half the price. Take Brutalism v.1 for mass in bright Living Silver, and v.3 for mass already darkened at the workshop. The same THORN geometry runs through the Thorn Links Chain and the Thorn bracelet, so the three read as one language on the body; the rest of the rings stand in the rings collection.
Who it's for and when
Dark Union is a new, alternative kind of union — stronger, more solid, more certain than the usual one. This ring is the object of that union: an artefact you arrive at, not a wedding item picked off a shelf. Two people take it in two sizes; STRUGA doesn't split objects by gender, so the size is chosen by the hand, not by whose hand it is. It also works as a single everyday ring — a hand that already wears silver reads the asymmetric mass as structure rather than decoration.
Where it doesn't work is worth naming. Living Silver darkens on its own, so if you want a surface that stays identical for years, this is the wrong finish. Take the ring off for the gym, for heavy manual work, and before chlorinated water. Plan the dates: about 2 weeks of work plus shipping time, so an order for a specific day is placed earlier rather than closer.
About STRUGA. STRUGA is a dark silver jewelry brand founded by Dmitry Strugovshchikov and Ekaterina Strugovshchikova, handcrafted in the Bali workshop by master silversmiths. The brand's silver line is 925 sterling silver; alongside it stands CARBON, where carbon is joined with other materials. This ring is Living Silver: unplated, it darkens on its own from air and skin, and that darkening is part of the design.
Frequently asked questions
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How heavy is the Thorn Ring and does the weight affect daily wear?
The Thorn Ring weighs from 4.7 g in size 16 to 12.7 g in size 22 — solid 925 sterling silver, so the weight follows the size. That's a moderate, present weight — you feel it on the hand, but it doesn't drag or fatigue the finger. The half-link silhouette keeps mass concentrated on one side, so the balance reads asymmetric by design. For daily wear it sits well; the sharp planes are cleanly edged, not aggressive against neighboring fingers. It stays out of the way in ordinary tasks; take it off for the gym and for heavy manual work.
How do I choose the right size for an asymmetric ring like this?
Measure the finger you actually intend to wear it on, late in the day when fingers are at their fullest. Because the Thorn Ring has a half-link cut and sharp planes, I recommend a snug-but-not-tight fit — too loose, and the asymmetric mass rotates on the finger, which you don't want. If you're between sizes, go down. If you already own a STRUGA ring that fits well, send me that reference size through Custom Order and I'll match it.
How do I care for the Living Silver finish?
Living Silver is meant to age. Recessed surfaces darken with wear, sweat, and environment; raised faces stay bright from contact and friction. Don't polish the whole ring — you'll erase the contrast that defines it. If it gets too dark overall, wipe only the raised planes with a soft cloth to bring them back. Avoid chlorine pools, harsh chemical cleaners, and ultrasonic baths. Soap, water, and time are the only maintenance this ring actually needs.
Can the Thorn Ring be customized?
Yes, through Custom Order. The base geometry stays — half-link cut, sharp planes, no stones — but I can adjust width, profile depth, or the angle of the asymmetric break to suit your hand. Sizing outside the standard range is available. I don't add stones to this design; it belongs to the Dark Union line as an alternative wedding band, and the language is structural, not ornamental. Write to me directly with what you have in mind.
What makes this specifically a STRUGA piece?
It sits at the intersection of two structural languages I work in: Thorn and Brutalism. Thorn began with a chain link whose edges genuinely pricked the skin — a quiet reminder you carried with you. This ring carries that geometry into a hard, asymmetric silhouette. No stones, no decoration, no softening. Cast in 925 silver and handcrafted, finished as Living Silver so it ages with whatever you live through. It's an alternative wedding band for the Dark Union line.
