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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Cambodia 1800's Silver Hamza Coin Diamond 18K Gold Earrings
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
Two authentic silver 1/8 Tikal (1 Fuang) coins stuck in 1847 depict the mythical "Hamza" bird. These coins were issued during the realm ing the realm of King Narodom I reign (1835-19...
Diamond, 18k Gold
18th Century Cambodia Hamsa Bird Coin Diamonds 18K Gold Earrings
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
Two small silver "1/8 Tikal" coins handstruck in Cambodia during the reign of King Narodom I (1835-1904, before Cambodia became a French protectorate), depict the mythical Hamsa bir...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Ancient India 9th-11th Century Shiva Nandi Bull Coin 18K Gold Earrings
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
Two authentic silver "Jittal" coins from the Hindu Shahis kingdoms of Gandhara, Northern Punjab 800's to 1028 CE display the reclining bull Nandi on one side and mounted horsemen on ...
18k Gold
Ancient Greek 5th Century BC Sea Monster Coins 18K Gold Wire Earrings
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
Two authentic, tiny silver "hecte" coins from Halikarnassos in the ancient Greek region of Caria (now on the southwest coast of Turkey) display images of the Greek mythical sea monst...
18k Gold
Steven Battelle 2.3 Carats Natural Colored Diamond 18K Gold Earrings
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
A 6 x 8 mm cushion faceted brown diamond is surrounded by a wide double bezel of 18K gold ornamented with "large/small jawan" at the cardinal directions attached below a bezel set 4 ...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Early 1900's Tibet Silver Tangka Coin 18K Gold Wire Earrings
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
Two silver "Tangka" coins from Tibet 1912-22 display the eight auspicious symbols of Tibetan Buddhism: umbrella of sovereignty, two golden fish of good fortune, amphora of ambrosia, ...
18k Gold
Dubini Griffin Ancient Silver Coin 18K Gold Hoop Earrings
By DUBINI
Located in London, GB
These Dubini coin earrings from the 'Empires' collection feature authentic Ionian coins minted circa 320-294 B.C. set in 18K yellow gold. HISTORY The griffin, a mythical creature w...
18k Gold, Silver
Ancient Hellenistic Bronze Coin 22 Karat Gold Stud Dangle Earrings
By Vicki Orr
Located in Naples, FL
Authentic ancient Hellenistic bronze coins (Arados in Phoenicia; 206-140 BC) set in 22k yellow gold stud earrings. Stud earrings are 1.25 inches or...
Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold, Bronze
A Pair of 21K Gold Earrings w Roman Coins
Located in Atlanta, GA
A pair of stunning earrings crafted with small bronze Roman coins and 21 karat gold. This gold and bronze dangle pair of earrings are delicate yet make a statement with almost 2" in ...
Gold, Bronze
Dubini Kings of Persis Ancient Silver Coin 18 Karat Yellow Gold Earrings
By DUBINI
Located in London, GB
These DUBINI coin earrings from the 'Empires' collection feature authentic Persepolis coins minted circa 1st Century B.C. set in 18K yellow gold. * Due to the unique process of hand...
18k Gold, Silver, Yellow Gold
18 Karat Gold Ancient Coin Earrings with Tourmaline and Diamonds
Located in Bethesda, MD
These striking earrings combine historical intrigue with luxurious design. Each piece features an authentic ancient coin framed in rich 18 karat gold, paired with a vibrant 10mm roun...
Diamond, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold
Italian 18K Gold & Diamond Earrings with Athena and Owl Coin Motif, Circa 1980s
Located in Miami, FL
A pair of vintage Italian 18 karat yellow gold earrings featuring exquisitely detailed medallions inspired by ancient Athenian coinage. The obverse displays the helmeted head of Athe...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
