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Rook piercing
A rook piercing sits in the inner ridge of cartilage above the ear canal, a fold most people do not know they have. It heals in around 6-12 months and takes a curved barbell or a fine hoop in 14k recycled gold.
Placement
Inner upper ridge
Healing
6-12 months
Metal
14k recycled gold
Comfort
A deep pressure
What it is
The Rook placement
The rook is the ridge of folded cartilage above the ear canal, sitting between the daith below and the conch beside it. Not everyone has a pronounced enough fold, so we assess your anatomy first. Where it works, it adds depth to the middle of the ear that no rim piercing can.
Healing & aftercare
How it heals
Around 6-12 months. It is thick, folded cartilage, so it is one of the slower placements. Clean carefully with saline and avoid earbuds and pressure.
For the full ritual, see our Ear Spa & aftercare guide.
What to wear
Pieces for the Rook
Style it
Build your ENNUI Ear
Worn alone, and quietly. A curved barbell or a fine hoop that follows the fold, framed by the conch and daith around it.
Learn the method in our ear styling guide.
FAQ
Rook piercing, common questions
Does a rook piercing hurt?
A deep pressure rather than a quick pinch, as it passes through folded cartilage.
Can everyone get a rook?
No. It depends on having a pronounced enough ridge. We check in the studio before booking.
What jewelry goes in a rook?
A curved barbell to heal in, then a fine hoop once settled.
How long does it take to heal?
Around 6-12 months, sometimes longer. Patience pays here.
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