Using ancient coins and traditional Balinese gem setting techniques, Steven Battelle’s jewelry offers history in the palm of your hand. The American jewelry designer and his team create rings, earrings and other accessories inspired by and incorporating historic coinage and materials used in ancient Egypt, Mesopotamia and Asia.
Battelle first encountered cabochon stones, which are gemstones polished and shaped rather than faceted, on a trip to Southeast Asia in 1987. A predecessor of modern jewelry, cabochons inspired Battelle to pursue a jewelry hobby while continuing to work as a veterinarian for exotic animals.
He became fascinated with the ornamentation styles used by ancient Majapahit Java and Siam cultures, eventually transitioning from veterinarian work to designing jewelry full-time. He developed a partnership with Balinese jewelry makers, a collaboration which became a key component in realizing his designs.
The Balinese partners hand-make each piece using traditional methods that have been passed down for generations. While conventional blow torches and modern tools are used in much of the work, the heart of the jewelry’s creation is grounded in an artisanal approach.
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Steven Battelle 20.2 Carats Rose Cut Kyanite 18k Gold Bracelet
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
Ten brilliant blue rose cut kyanites from 7 x 9 mm to 8 x 12 mm in size are set in simple matte-finish 18 bezels with surrounding double bezels in this lively juxtaposition of blue a...
Kyanite, 18k Gold
Steven Battelle 40.5 Carats Tourmaline Silver 18K Gold Bezel Bracelet
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
Eight cushion and oval shaped light color "fancy" tourmaline cabochons with shades of greens, pinks, and blue are set in 18K gold bezels atop sterling silver bases with accompanying ...
Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Silver
Steven Battelle 23.6 Carats Watermelon Tourmaline 18K Gold Bracelet
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
Nine irregular sized 8 x 10 to 11 x 15 mm rose-cut watermelon tourmalines are set within 18K bezels and surrounded by a simple double bezel accents in this beautiful piece. Each sto...
Tourmaline, 18k Gold
Steven Battelle 20.2 Carat Mixed Tourmaline Cabochon Silver/18K Gold Bracelet
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
An interesting assortment of mixed shaped 6 x 8 mm to 7 x 11 mm cabochon tourmalines showcasing some of the "fancy" color variations of this remarkable stone are presented in 18K gol...
Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Silver
Steven Battelle 47.5 Carats Pink Tourmaline Beads 18K Gold Bracelet
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
Thirty 7 x 9 mm faceted pink tourmaline beads strung in 2 strands are separated by 18K double granulated spacer beads and finished with a handmad...
Tourmaline, 18k Gold
Steven Battelle 26.7 Carats Pink Tourmaline 18K Gold Bezel Silver Bracelet
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
Nine variable shaped approximately 7 x 10 to 9 x 12 mm Mozambique pink tourmaline cabochons are set in 18K gold bezels with surrounding 18K gold wire accents atop sterling silver bas...
Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Silver
18K Yellow Gold Multi-Sapphire Bracelet, 2.55 Carats, Designer
Located in jaipur, IN
You don't have to pay any tax to release the shipment. We pay tax and shipping expenses. This bracelet features a graceful design crafted in 18-carat gold, adorned with sparkling mu...
Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
8.91 Carat Multi Sapphire Bracelet in 18k Gold
By GEM PLAZA
Located in Jaipur, Rajasthan
8.91 Carat Sapphire Bracelet in 18K Gold This magnificent shape sapphire tennis bracelet is incredulous. The solitaire sapphires are beautifully With making the bracelet more grac...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Natural 18K Gold Sapphire 15.19cts Bracelet
Located in jaipur, IN
You don't have to pay any tax to release the shipment. We pay the tax and shipping expenses. This bracelet features a graceful design crafted in 18-carat gold, adorned with sparklin...
Sapphire, 18k Gold
18K Yellow Gold Multicolor Sapphire Link Bracelet Handcrafted in Italy
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
Rossella Ugolini Design Collection Exquisite 18K Yellow Gold Multicolor Sapphires Beads and Slightly Hammered Hearts Chain, Handcrafted in Italy. This enchanting bracelet features a ...
Purple Sapphire, Green Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Blue Sa...
13.89 Carat Multi Sapphire and Diamond Bracelet in 18k Gold
By GEM PLAZA
Located in Jaipur, Rajasthan
13.89 Carat Sapphire and Diamond Bracelet in 18K Gold This magnificent Oval shape sapphire tennis bracelet is incredulous. The solitaire Oval-shaped Oval-cut sapphires are beautifu...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
18.20 Carat Natural Multi-Color Sapphire Bracelet 14 Karat*
Located in New York, NY
Natural Multi-color Sapphire Gem Line Vintage Bracelet Assorted Fine Gem Colors Of 18.20ct. sapphires Blues, Orange, Yellows and Light Greens Average Each: 6.5 x 5mm 14kt. yello...
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Green Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yell...
