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The Scarabaeus Specimen — Sacred Scarab & Lapis Relic Enclosure for iPhone 17 Pro Max
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SPECIMEN NO. 018 — SCARABAEUS SACER
Series: Forbidden Specimens | Dark Academia Artifacts
"An emblem of solar rebirth and ancient cosmic mystery, encasing the celestial eye in deep lapis lazuli."
Worshipped by ancient Egyptian priesthoods and revered by 19th-century antiquarians, Scarabaeus sacer—the Sacred Scarab—was held as the ultimate symbol of divine resurrection, transformation, and celestial order. In Victorian curiosity cabinets, scarab relics carved with esoteric hieroglyphs were treasured as powerful talismans bridging the earthly realm with the secrets of the cosmos.
Designed as an extraordinary Egyptian relic phone case for iPhone 17 Pro Max, this enclosure resurrects an authentic antiquarian shadowbox exhibit. Mounted on a heavy, aged dark wood specimen board, the Sacred Scarab features a central cobalt-blue lapis lazuli stone carved with the protective Eye of Horus. Surrounded by pinned specimen tools, corked apothecary bottles, dried botanical roots, animal talons, and celestial star maps marked with astrological sigils, every carved carapace hieroglyph, lapis stone texture, and antiqued brass instrument is rendered in deep, tactile 3D relief—transforming your device into a sacred relic retrieved from an archaeologist's vault.
🔬 Artifact Details & Visual Anatomy
- Embedded Lapis Relic & Sacred Eye — Features a cobalt-blue lapis lazuli stone carved with the Eye of Horus set directly into the scarab's carapace, framed by engraved ancient hieroglyphs and astrological mapping lines.
- Tactile 3D Relief & Specimen Mount — Engineered with multi-layered UV print technology, providing tactile, raised-dimension realism to the scarab beetle, brass mounting pins, apothecary vials, bound root networks, and memento mori skulls.
- Antiquarian Relics & Astrological Mapping — Adorned with pinned brass specimen spoons, a vintage magnifying lens, corked elixir bottles, and a parchment label reading "Sacred Scarab - hand is-carved eye" set over Scorpio star charts.
- Antiqued Metallic Camera Shield — Raised, oxidized copper-bronze bumper tailored to frame and protect the iPhone 17 Pro Max camera module while accentuating the rich, antiqued bronze and lapis lazuli 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.
A
I feel like an archaeologist whenever I pick up my phone. The scrollwork and beetle are just stunning.
H
The bronze metallic finish is so durable. No fading or chipping after weeks of use.
Z
The scarab beetle is so cool! The bronze finish and the astronomical instruments give it a mystical ancient Egyptian vibe.
K
This case feels like it holds ancient secrets. Absolutely stunning design.
G
This case gives me major Indiana Jones vibes. So adventurous and ancient-looking.
D
This case is a masterpiece. The celestial instruments and the scarab together are perfect.
C
I love the Egyptian theme. The scarab is my favorite.
L
The eye of Horus is a powerful symbol. The scarab and ferns complete it.
M
This case is a piece of art. The relief work is exquisite.
C
This case is a conversation starter. The design is so unique.
J
This case feels like a piece of ancient Egypt. The relief work is amazing.
L
The scarab, eye, ferns, and text �� it's a masterpiece.
S
The brown tones are so warm. The Egyptian symbols are beautifully done.
W
The fern fronds are delicate and beautiful. The scarab is stunning.
A
I'm obsessed with the scarab beetle. The detail is exquisite, and the Horus eye adds a protective element.
J
The warm brown tones and the intricate details are gorgeous.
J
The relief work is exquisite. The scroll text adds a nice touch.
H
The Egyptian symbols and fern fronds are a beautiful combination.
L
The relief work is top-notch. The warm tones are beautiful.
I
The fern fronds soften the ancient symbols perfectly.
E
I love the scarab and the eye of Horus together.
A
The scarab, eye, ferns, and text �� it's a masterpiece.
S
This case is a conversation starter. The scarab, eye, and fern combo is so unique and beautifully executed.
B
The warm brown tones and the intricate details are gorgeous.
M
I adore the scarab beetle. The design is very unique.
Z
The scroll text adds a touch of mystery. The scarab is the star of the show.
I
The scarab, eye, ferns, and text �� it's a perfect design.
L
This case has a mystical feel. The warm tones are beautiful.
N
This design is a masterpiece. The scarab, the eye, the ferns �� all beautifully rendered on the warm brown base.
N
This case is a work of art. The details are incredible.
C
I adore the Egyptian theme. The scarab is my favorite part.
G
This case feels like a relic. The details are incredible.