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 1.6 Carats Ruby 18K Gold Post Earrings
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
Two vibrant 5mm rose faceted pink rubies are set within crafted handmade 18K gold domed "kawat and jawan" settings with wire and granulation motif. Wonderful texture, high relief, a...
Ruby, 18k Gold
Steven Battelle 1.8 Carats Rose Cut Ruby 18K Gold Post Earrings
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
Two 5 mm rose cut pink rubies are set in "4-point with jawan" handmade granulated 18K gold settings in these ultimately simple, yet stylish, post earrings. Just enough ornamentation...
Ruby, 18k Gold
Steven Battelle 2.5 Carats Multiple Ruby 18K Gold Earrings
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
Four 3 x 5 mm oval faceted pink rubies are arranged in an elongated "diamond" vertical alignment in artisan crafted matte-finish 18K bezels in this elegant design. At the top, safety...
Ruby, 18k Gold
Steven Battelle 1.4 Carats Red Fancy Sapphire 18K Gold Earrings
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
A triplet of bright 3mm round faceted red fancy sapphires are set in 18K gold bezels separated by various sized "jawan" granulation in these ancient inspired beauties. A nice spiral...
Sapphire, 18k Gold
Steven Battelle 17.2 Carats India Star Ruby Granulated 22K Gold Earrings
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
Two well matched Indian 9 x 11 mm cabochon pink star rubies are set in deep 22K gold bezels decorated with intricate hand-set tiny geometric "jawan" granulation motif in these beauti...
Ruby, Star Ruby, 22k Gold
Steven Battelle 13.5 Carats Carved Ruby 18K Gold Drop Earrings
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
Two flower-pattern, pear shaped carved ruby cabochons approximately 10 x 14 mm dangle below a simple matte finish fluted component and safety clasp wires in this Steven Battelle desi...
Ruby, 18k Gold
Ruby with Diamond Earrings Set in 18 Karat Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby 1.59 carats with Diamond 0.09 carat Earrings set in 18 Karat Gold Settings Width: 0.90 cm Length: 1.10 cm Total Weight: 4.0 grams "We first opened doors in 1980 when it wa...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
Ruby Stud Earrings, 2.14 Carats
Located in New Orleans, LA
Brimming with classic elegance, this remarkable pair of stud earrings features two radiant red rubies totaling 2.14 carats. The coveted sanguine stones are further enhanced by halos ...
White Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold
Ruby with Diamond Earrings set in 18K Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby 2.54 carats with Diamond 0.44 carat Earrings set in 18K Gold Settings Width: 1.0 cm Length: 1.0 cm Total Weight: 4.34 grams "We first opened doors in 1980 when it was then si...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Natural 8.58cts Ruby Stud Earrings in 18k Gold
Located in jaipur, IN
You don't have to pay any tax to release the shipment. We pay tax and shipping expenses. This stunning, designer-made Earring is crafted from 18-carat gold and features a ruby gemst...
Ruby, 18k Gold
Ruby with Diamond Earrings Set in 18 Karat Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby 5.72 carats with Diamond 3.37 carats Earrings set in 18 Karat Gold Settings Width: 1.9 cm Length: 2.0 cm Total Weight: 14.84 grams "We first opened doors in 1980 when it was...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
Ruby and Diamond Earrings Set in 18 Karat Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby 8.63 carats and Diamond 0.67 carat Earrings set in 18 Karat Gold Settings Width: 1.2 cm Length: 2.0 cm Total Weight: 13.76 grams "We first opened doors in 1980 when it was t...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
