Iran Narukvica by Mersa Habibi - Taj Gold

Iran Narukvica by Mersa Habibi - Taj Gold is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2026 Сребрна награда A' Design Award in Дизајн накита Competition Category.

СребрнаНакит· 2026

Iran Narukvica

by Mersa Habibi - Taj Gold

Client: Taj

Сребрна награда A' Design Award Winner in Накит Category

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About Iran Narukvica

Iran je narukvica inspirisana arhitektonskim nasleđem Irana. Sedamnaest spomenika iz različitih gradova i epoha apstrahovano je i spojeno u jednu neprekidnu formu. Narukvica je izrađena od masivnog žutog zlata i proizvodi se u tri veličine. Skrivena kopča sa oprugom i jezičkom sa dvostrukim žlebovima sakrivena je u formi zgrade Šahrdari u Raštu, dok je šarka smeštena u citadeli Karim Kan u Širazu. Pritiskom na malu zgradu oslobađa se zatvarač. Proporcije su definisane radi udobnosti i ravnoteže, tako da se kulturno sećanje može nositi svakog dana.

The Recognition

About the Сребрна награда A' Design Award

Iran Narukvica је добитник Сребрне награде A' Design Award, изузетно престижног признања које се додељује врхунским, предивним и импресивним дизајнима. Добитници Сребрне награде неизмерно су бриљантна и изузетно креативна дела која илуструју изузетну стручност, таленат и оштроумност својих дизајнера. Очекује се да Iran Narukvica буде дивно, узорно дело, запажено професионално и дубоко иновативно. Овај дизајн награђен Сребрном наградом A' Design Award веома је запажен, дивљен изум који користи и помера границе уметности, науке, дизајна и технологије. Iran Narukvica је творевина којој многи завиде, која буди жеље, доноси позитивна осећања и изазива чуђење и дивљење.

Behind the Design

Press Kit

Credits, team members and technical details provided by the designer.

Unique Properties: The “Iran Bracelet” embodies the timeless grandeur of Iran, a legacy unchanged from the Achaemenids to modern icons. Seventeen monuments from different eras and cities reflect the authentic vision of unity in diversity under the greater identity of Iran. Hidden clasps and hinges ensure strength, comfort, and seamless beauty. By merging cultural storytelling with refined engineering, the bracelet becomes a wearable emblem of heritage, identity, and pride.
Dimensions & Packaging: The Iran Bracelet is produced in three sizes: Small, Medium, and Large. The Medium size has the following dimensions: internal major diameter 60 mm, internal minor diameter 50 mm, and bracelet width 14 mm. These proportions were carefully defined to ensure ergonomic comfort and aesthetic balance.
Tags: Iran bracelet, Persian jewelry, narrative design, cultural heritage design, unity in diversity, Iranian monuments, gold bracelet, hidden clasp jewelry, symbolic jewelry, contemporary heritage
Production Technology: The Iran Bracelet was created through a synthesis of extensive cultural research and design innovation. Architectural references from seventeen monuments across different eras and cities were abstracted and unified in a single form. Initial sketches were transformed into precise 3D CAD models to ensure balance and proportion. Special attention was given to ergonomics so the piece remains both elegant and comfortable. Crafted in solid yellow gold, it reflects durability, refinement, and respect for heritage.
Design Challenge: The greatest challenge of the Iran Bracelet was transforming a vast cultural narrative and monumental architecture into a unified, wearable form without losing authenticity. Balancing the symbolic richness of seventeen monuments with minimal contemporary aesthetics demanded extensive research. Technically, the most difficult task was miniaturizing these structures and hiding clasps and hinges within them while preserving strength and usability. Achieving harmony between meaning, ergonomics, and engineering precision was the main obstacle overcome.
Research: The research was cultural-historical, aiming to translate Iran’s architectural diversity into a unified jewelry form. Methods combined literature review, archival study, and site analysis. Data came from 17 monuments, processed with sketches and 3D CAD tools. Designers and engineers collaborated in modeling and prototyping. Results proved the feasibility of miniaturizing architecture. Insights showed cultural symbolism enhances identity and emotional value, impacting both society and market acceptance.
Inspiration: The “Iran Bracelet” is inspired by the timeless heritage of Persia and the authentic vision: while preserving the differences and identities of its peoples, we remain united and compassionate under the greater identity of Iran. Seventeen monuments from different eras and cities embody this message of continuity from ancient to modern times. The design aims to create a wearable symbol of cultural memory, supported by research on Iranian architecture and hidden clasp engineering for seamless
Project Duration: The Iran Bracelet project started in March 2024 in Tehran, Iran, and was completed in June 2025. The process included multiple ideation phases, extensive cultural research, initial sketches, 3D CAD modeling, and technical refinements to ensure ergonomic comfort and flawless engineering.
Operation Flow: The bracelet uses a concealed spring-loaded tongue clasp with double grooves for security. The clasp is hidden in the Shahrdari building (Rasht) and the hinge in the Karim Khan Citadel (Shiraz). To open, the user presses the Shahrdari building, releasing the latch. After wearing, the tongue is inserted into the housing and with slight pressure locks smoothly, ensuring ergonomic comfort, uninterrupted flow, and cultural symbolism.