A limited-edition iPhone case in white gold, set with diamonds and convertible to a wearable pendant.
A spider rendered in white gold and diamonds, designed to lift off the phone and be worn as a pendant. Together with the Dragon, it defined the Algems jewelled-case series. The arachnid sits proud against a dark case back, its body faceted with brilliant-cut diamonds that catch the light at every angle, while articulated legs extend outward with a delicate, almost lifelike tension.
Each element is hand-finished: the legs tapered to fine white gold points, the abdomen domed and pavé-set so that no metal interrupts the field of stone. A hidden clasp allows the spider to detach cleanly from its case, transforming it into a pendant suspended from a chain. The dual life of the piece, phone jewel by day and personal ornament by evening, captures something essential about the way Algems approaches craft: nothing is merely decorative, and nothing is purely functional.
In the hand, the case carries a satisfying weight, the cool solidity of precious metal against the palm. The spider's diamonds release a quiet, contained fire, visible only to the wearer and those close enough to notice. It is a piece made for those who prefer their luxury intimate rather than announced.
iPhone Case
Form
White Gold
Metal
Pendant
Wears as
Archive statusIn a private collection
This original belongs to its collector and is not available for purchase. To create a new piece in its spirit, share your ideas with the atelier. Every commission is one of one.
LuxuryLaunches included the Dragon and Spider phone case designs by Anita Mai Tan in its 2013 selection, reporting $880,000 and describing their use as necklaces.
This is a dated editorial selection, not a current worldwide record or evidence of a completed sale.
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