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The Mandragora Specimen — Mythical Root Enclosure for iPhone 17 Pro Max
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SPECIMEN NO. 08 — MANDRAGORA OFFICINARUM
Series: Forbidden Specimens | Dark Academia Artifacts
"An ancient root shaped in the image of man, steeped in deadly folklore and alchemical potency."
Shrouded in centuries of occult lore and medieval herbalism, Mandragora officinarum—the legendary Mandrake—was deemed the most mystical plant in the naturalist's codex. Fabled to grow beneath gallows and emit fatal shrieks when uprooted, its anthropomorphic root was prized by 19th-century botanists and alchemists as a potent talisman for sleep, protection, and transformation.
Designed as an extraordinary gothic botanical phone case for iPhone 17 Pro Max, this enclosure resurrects a dark alchemical study board. Set against a dual-toned backdrop of deep crimson velvet and black carved leather, the Mandrake is captured in full botanical glory—its human-like root system anchored amidst star charts, astrological mapping wheels, taped field notes, and a sealed glass apothecary jar containing a preserved botanical elixir. Every twisted root tendril, delicate flower blossom, and antiqued manuscript scrap is rendered in deep, tactile 3D relief—turning your flagship device into a rare, forbidden specimen retrieved from a master alchemist's laboratory.
🔬 Artifact Details & Visual Anatomy
- Anthropomorphic Mandrake & Archival Scroll — Centrally featured with its legendary human-shaped root, flowering leaves, and an authentic vintage scroll label displaying classic Latin taxonomy (Mandragora / Atropa mandragora).
- Tactile 3D Relief & Dual-Texture Canvas — Engineered with multi-layered UV print technology, providing tactile, raised-dimension realism to the root networks, foliage, taped notes, and contrast leather-and-crimson canvas.
- Alchemical Ephemera & Apothecary Jar — Adorned with taped manuscript fragments, astrological zodiac wheels, and a sculpted corked apothecary glass bottle bearing a preserved botanical specimen.
- Antiqued Metallic Camera Shield — Raised, oxidized copper-amber bumper tailored to frame and protect the iPhone 17 Pro Max camera module while accentuating the rich, warm alchemical aesthetic.
📦 Specimen Dossier & Product Specifications
Exclusive Compatibility & MagSafe
- Precision Molded: Built exclusively for iPhone 17 Pro Max with exact camera island alignment, crisp button overlays, and flush edge protection.
- MagSafe Alignment: Built-in N52 strong magnetic array fully optimized for iPhone 17 Pro Max fast wireless charging and magnetic accessories.
Material & Protection Craftsmanship
- Shell Architecture: High-impact polycarbonate core bonded with shock-absorbent TPU edge armor.
- Surface Finish: Scratch-resistant, fingerprint-proof matte tactile finish.
- Drop Defense: 10 ft / 3 m military-grade drop tested with reinforced corner air-cushions.
Archival Packaging
- Every order arrives packed in a dark velvet-finish collector's box.
Shipping & Delivery
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Good news – it's your lucky day! We offer FREE shipping on all standard orders, no matter where in the world you are.
We've got teams in Australia, the US, the UK, and the EU ready to print and ship your order. Because we're all about mindful consumption, your goodies are made to order – this means we take around 2–5 business days to produce them before they ship. It's better for the planet (less waste!) and means your order is made just for you. Please note that shipping times below are in addition to our production time.
AUSTRALIA (Shipped from AUS)
FREE – Aus Post Standard: 3–7 business days
$4.95 AUD – Aus Post Express: 1–3 business days
USA (Shipped from US)
FREE – DHL Standard: 8–10 business days
$3.95 USD – DHL Express: 3–6 business days
UK (Shipped from UK)
FREE – Royal Mail (non-tracked): 3–6 business days
FREE – Evri Tracked Parcel: 2–4 business days
£3.95 – Evri Next Day: 1–2 business days
EUROPE (Shipped from Italy)
Zone 1 – Austria, Belarus, Belgium, Croatia, Estonia, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Netherlands, Poland, Slovakia, Spain, Sweden, Portugal, Romania
FREE – European Standard (tracked): 8–12 business days
Zone 2 – Cyprus, Denmark, Finland, Ireland, Italy, Malta, Norway, Serbia, Slovenia, Switzerland, Türkiye
FREE – European Standard (tracked): 8–20 business days
CANADA (Shipped from US)
DHL International Standard (tracked): 8–15 business days
Heads up: Duties/taxes may apply. These are set by Canadian customs and are the customer's responsibility.
NEW ZEALAND (Shipped from AUS)
FREE – Int. Standard (non-tracked): 8–15 business days
$13.95 AUD – Int. Standard (tracked): 6–10 business days
$29.95 AUD – Int. Express: 3–5 business days
ASIA (Shipped from AUS)
FREE – Int. Standard (non-tracked): 8–15 business days
$24.95 AUD – Int. Standard (tracked): 6–11 business days
$39.95 AUD – Int. Express: 3–5 business days
HONG KONG (Shipped from AUS)
FREE – Int. Standard (tracked): 8–15 business days
$200 HKD – Int. Express (tracked): 2–4 business days
REST OF THE WORLD (Shipped from UK)
FREE – Airmail (non-tracked): 10–25 business days
$12.95 AUD – Int. Priority: 4–8 business days
Got questions? Just drop us an email at carapace-studio@outlook.com or message us on WhatsApp. We'll get back to you within 24 hours, Monday - Friday (excluding public holidays). Have you reached out and have not heard back? Kindly check your spam or junk folder as sometimes those pesky filters will catch our emails back to you.
Q
I'm obsessed with the dark red tones. The potion bottles look like they contain actual magic.
M
I love the deep red and brown tones. The old paper texture is so convincing, I almost want to read it.
U
The dark academia aesthetic is real with this one. The parchment looks like it could crumble in your hands.
S
This case is giving serious Harry Potter vibes. The mandrake roots look so authentic.
T
I feel like a witch every time I pull my phone out. The potion bottles are my favorite part - so detailed and magical.
R
The quality of the print is incredible. Every little detail is so crisp and clear.
C
I adore the dark academia feel.
L
This case is a masterpiece.
M
I adore the vintage vibe.
C
The mandrake is so detailed.
J
This case is a conversation starter. The mandrake is so unique.
L
This case is a masterpiece.
S
The old book pages are lovely.
W
I adore the dark academia feel.
A
The mandrake root is so detailed. The burgundy and green are a beautiful pairing.
J
The mandrake is stunning.
J
The mandrake is beautifully rendered.
H
The mandrake is gorgeous.
L
The old book pages are lovely.
I
The mandrake is my favorite.
E
This case is a gem.
A
This case is stunning.
W
This store is truly a treasure trove. The items they sell are all rare and very cool.
S
This case feels like it belongs in a witch's library. The old book pages add a lovely touch.
B
I adore the witchy aesthetic.
M
The details are stunning.
Z
This case is a masterpiece. The details are incredible.
I
The dark green is beautiful.
L
I adore the apothecary style.
N
The details are incredible �� the mandrake, the bottle, the old text. It's like a tiny grimoire.
N
The details are incredible.
C
The old book pages are a lovely touch.