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Supernova: Leronza’s New Fully Paved Diamond Edition, Explained
Leronza just added a new top tier to its diamond-set Ecstasy collection: Supernova, a fully paved back panel that covers more of the phone in diamonds than anything the brand has made before. It now sits above Iconix, IconixBold, and IconixEdge on both the Gold iPhone Duo and the Gold iPhone 18 Pro Max. Here’s the real coverage ladder across all four designs, and what Supernova specifically costs you in exchange for the sparkle.
The Real Coverage Ladder
Iconix — stones on the logo only
The entry point into the Ecstasy collection. Diamonds are set into the Apple logo; the rest of the back stays plated metal.
IconixBold — a single paved band
Adds a band of pavé-set stones across the back, on top of the logo treatment.
IconixEdge — the outline is set
Traces the outline of the back plate in stones rather than filling it.
Supernova — the entire back plate, paved
No part of the plate is left bare. The back panel, the camera plateau or surround, and the logo are all set — metal only shows between the stones.
Real Prices Across the Ladder
| Design | Gold iPhone Duo | Gold iPhone 18 Pro Max |
|---|---|---|
| Iconix | $ 4,890–$ 6,690 | $ 4,090–$ 6,190 |
| IconixBold | $ 5,190–$ 13,490 | $ 4,790–$ 13,390 |
| IconixEdge | $ 5,190–$ 14,990 | $ 5,090–$ 15,390 |
| Supernova | $ 5,890–$ 15,390 | $ 5,790–$ 15,790 |
Simulated vs. VS1: The Real $8,000 Decision
Every design in the Ecstasy collection offers a choice between simulated stones and natural VS1 diamonds on the GIA clarity scale. On Supernova specifically, that choice matters more than anywhere else in the catalog, because a full pavé panel uses far more stones than a logo or an outline. Leronza prices the VS1 upgrade at roughly $8,000 over simulated, at every storage size — a real, stated figure rather than a vague “ask for pricing.”
What You Give Up: Wireless Charging
What Still Works
Face ID, Apple Pay, all cameras, USB-C wired charging, 5G, and every piece of Apple’s internal hardware — Leronza is explicit that the chip, display, and cameras are left exactly as Apple built them.
What Doesn’t
MagSafe and Qi2 wireless charging. A diamond-set metal back plate can’t pass a wireless charging signal through it, so every Supernova phone charges over USB-C only.
This isn’t unique to Supernova — it applies to Leronza’s plated and stone-set backs generally — but it’s worth stating plainly before you commission a phone you might reach for a wireless charger with out of habit.
What’s Actually Underneath
Strip away the diamonds and both Supernova phones are standard current Apple hardware. The 18 Pro Max runs Apple’s A20 Pro chip with a 6-core CPU and 7-core GPU, a 6.9-inch OLED display at 460ppi with ProMotion up to 120Hz, and a 48MP Fusion Main camera with variable aperture. The Duo carries the same A20 Pro chip, a 7.6-inch inner folding display, and Touch ID built into the side button rather than Face ID. None of that changes with the diamond setting — only the back panel and camera surround are touched.
If Supernova Is More Than You Want
Leronza’s own guidance on this is direct: IconixEdge outlines the panel rather than filling it, and Iconix keeps the stones to the logo alone — both genuine ways to stay in the Ecstasy collection without the full-coverage price. For the complete visual lineup of every collection on each phone, see our Gold iPhone Duo design gallery and Gold iPhone 18 Pro Max design gallery.
Ordering a Supernova
Supernova is made only to order, and setting a full panel by hand takes longer than Leronza’s other editions — your specialist confirms the real timeline when you commission it, rather than a fixed window. It ships in a leather presentation box with Apple’s documentation, a Certificate of Authenticity, a USB-C cable, and a 20W adapter. A 50% deposit reserves your order before setting begins.
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes Supernova different from Iconix, IconixBold, and IconixEdge?
Coverage. Iconix sets only the logo, IconixBold adds a band, IconixEdge outlines the panel, and Supernova is the only one of the four with the entire back plate, camera surround, and logo paved in stones.
Is Supernova the most expensive phone Leronza makes?
Yes, on both the Duo and the 18 Pro Max — with natural VS1 diamonds and maximum storage, it’s the highest-priced configuration in either line.
How much more do VS1 diamonds cost over simulated stones on Supernova?
Roughly $8,000 more, at every storage size, per Leronza’s own stated figure.
Does a Supernova phone support wireless charging?
No. The diamond-set metal back blocks MagSafe and Qi2 charging, so it charges over USB-C only.
Is the phone underneath the diamonds still a genuine Apple device?
Yes. Leronza states the chip, display, cameras, and internal hardware are left exactly as Apple made them — only the back panel and camera surround are replaced and set with stones.
Gold iPhone 18 Pro Max: Every Design
Browse Duo Ecstasy Collection
Browse 18 Pro Max Ecstasy Collection
Four designs, one real spectrum of diamond coverage, and a genuine $8,000 decision between simulated and natural stones once you reach the top of it — Supernova is now the ceiling of Leronza’s entire catalog, not just a new addition to it.
Commission a Supernova
Choose your metal, stone grade, and storage — a specialist confirms every detail before setting begins.
