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 21.3 Carats Rainbow Moonstone 18K Gold Post Earrings
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
Six blue-shimmering rainbow moonstones of mixed shapes from 7 x 10 mm to 10 x 12 mm in size are set in artisan crafted matte-finish 18K gold bezels and arranged in an interesting jux...
Moonstone, Rainbow Moonstone, 18k Gold
Steven Battelle 7.9 Carats Rainbow Moonstone 18K Gold Post Earrings
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
An interesting juxtaposition of round (5 mm) , square (6 mm), and marquis shaped (6 x 12mm) blue shimmering rainbow moonstone cabochons make a beautiful combination for a post earrin...
Rainbow Moonstone, 18k Gold
Steven Battelle 3.9 Carats Rainbow Moonstone 22K Gold Post Earrings
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
Two opposing pear shaped rainbow moonstone cabochons of 6 x 9 mm and 4 x 6 mm are surrounded by artisan crafted fine "pasir" 22K granulation in this n...
Moonstone, Rainbow Moonstone, 22k Gold
Steven Battelle 16.5 Carats Rose Cut Rainbow Moonstone 18K Gold Post Earrings
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
Three irregular rose-cut approximately 7 x 11 mm to 8 x 16 mm shimmering rainbow moonstones are set in simple matte-finish 18K bezels and dangle below posts on comfortable silicone e...
Moonstone, Rainbow Moonstone, 18k Gold
Steven Battelle 6.5 Carats Rainbow Moonstone 18K Gold Earrings
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
Two blue flashing 7 x 12 mm long oval rainbow moonstone cabochons are surrounded by rich hammered texture matte-finish 18K gold double bezels and suspended below safety-clasp 18K ear...
Moonstone, Rainbow Moonstone, 18k Gold
Steven Battelle 14.3 Carats Rainbow Moonstone 18K Gold Earrings
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
Two large (10 x 14 mm) oval cabochons of blue flashing rainbow moonstone are set in classic "twist wire" 18K gold bezels and suspended on "safety-clasp" 18K gold ear wires in this si...
Moonstone, Rainbow Moonstone, 18k Gold
Lilly Fitzgerald Collectors Rainbow Moonstone 22k Yellow Gold Handmade Earrings
By Lilly Fitzgerald
Located in Dallas, TX
One of a Kind Earrings hand-fabricated by master jewelry maker Lilly Fitzgerald featuring an exceptional quality, very rare pair of faceted rose-cut rainbow moonstones totaling 16.5 carats, lit dramatically with rainbow adularesence in a striated pattern that glows ethereally across the surface and back in each gem. The phenomenal pair is intricately secured by cylindrical double prongs and embellished bezel-setting, dangling beneath hand-built 22k yellow gold accenting and 18k yellow gold ear wires. About the Maker - Lilly Fitzgerald is a master goldsmith based in Spencer, Massachusetts. Though essentially self-taught, Fitzgerald studied fine art and painting at museum schools in Montreal and Worcester...
Moonstone, Rainbow Moonstone, Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Rainbow Moonstone 18kt Gold Earrings by Lauren Harper
By Lauren Harper
Located in Winnetka, IL
Designed by award winning jewelry designer, Lauren Harper, these 18kt Gold faceted Rainbow Moonstones are luminescent and lively, picking up the light and colors around them. Sophis...
Moonstone, Rainbow Moonstone, 18k Gold, Gold
Emma Chapman Gold Plated Silver Moonstone Labradorite Dangle Earrings
By Emma Chapman
Located in Frome, Somerset
These stylish moonstone and labradorite dangle earrings have been handmade in our workshops. They feature hand-cut teardrop shaped moonstone with labradorite drops and are set in st...
Labradorite, Moonstone, Gold Plate, Silver, Sterling Silver
18K Yellow Gold Rainbow Moonstone Earrings Modern Fine Jewelry By Tresor Collect
By Tresor Collection
Located in Coral Gables, FL
Infused with ethereal beauty, these 18K yellow gold earrings from Tresor Collection’s Fin line showcase the serene glow of rainbow moonstones in elegant oval cuts. With a total gemst...
Moonstone, Rainbow Moonstone, Yellow Gold
Diamond Moonstone Statement Earrings
By Ri Noor
Located in Houston, TX
Impressive in scale, material, and design, Ri Noor's Diamond Moonstone Statement Earrings add a sophisticated touch to any outfit. The dangler earri...
Diamond, Moonstone, 18k Gold
Lauren Harper Rainbow Moonstone, 18kt Gold Pear Drop Earrings
By Lauren Harper
Located in Winnetka, IL
Designed by award winning jewelry designer, Lauren Harper, these open and airy Rainbow Moonstone and 18kt Gold statement earrings are truly stunning. Faceted mixed shaped moonstones practically glow with luminescence. These earrings will compliment any outfit in your wardrobe. Versatile and special, they can be worn with jeans, but also can be dressy enough to finish a black tie dress...
Moonstone, Rainbow Moonstone, 18k Gold, Gold
