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 4.2 Carats Kyanite 18K Gold Earrings
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
Two lively deep blue 6 x 10 mm faceted kyanite ovals are complemented by twist wire accents and suspended below safety clasp wires in this classically simple design. Kyanite has the...
Kyanite, 18k Gold
Steven Battelle 5.3 Carats Kyanite Diamond 18K Gold Wire Earrings
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
Two 7 x 9 mm bright blue oval faceted Kyanites are set in artisan crafted 18K gold bezels with graduated "jawan" granulation at bottom culminating in 1.8 mm VS1 accent diamonds. The...
Kyanite, Diamond, 18k Gold
Steven Battelle 1.6 Carats Kyanite 18K Gold Wire Earrings
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
Two brilliant blue 6 x 8 mm slightly cushion shaped faceted Kyanites are set in matte-finish 18K gold bezels and surrounded by intricate "spirals and jawan" in these exquisitely made...
Kyanite, 18k Gold
Steven Battelle 3.5 Carats Kyanite Diamond 18K Gold Wire Earrings
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
Two brilliant blue 6 x 9 mm pear shaped faceted Kyanites are surrounded by thick, slightly textured 18K gold bezels and suspended below safety-clasp 18K wires which terminate in spar...
Diamond, Kyanite, 18k Gold
Steven Battelle 3.6 Carats Kyanite Diamond 18K Gold Wire Earrings
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
Two bright blue 6 x 9 mm pear shaped faceted kyanites are suspended below 18K gold safety-clasp ear wires with 4 "jawan" granulation at the join. The kyanites are set in 18K gold be...
Diamond, Kyanite, 18k Gold
Steven Battelle 1.6 Carats Kyanite 22K Gold Wire Earrings
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
Two vivid blue 5mm cushion faceted Kyanites are surrounded by rich "pasir" sandlike granulation in these handmade treasures created by a master artisanal goldsmith. A similarly shap...
Kyanite, 22k Gold
Kyanite & Diamond Earrings
By JS Noor
Located in Long Beach, CA
Large Occassion Earrings created with beautifully matched Kyanite and diamonds in oxidized silver. These luxurious, eye-catching earrings are perfect for any special event, offering ...
Diamond, Kyanite, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver
Sapphire and Diamond Drop Gold Statement Earrings Estate Fine Jewelry
By Coach House
Located in Montreal, QC
Sensational pair of Oval faceted Slice Blue Sapphire Dangle Earrings featuring 2 faceted Slice Blue Sapphires; 30mm x 21mm each, suspended from 2 faceted Slice Blue Sapphires, approx...
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Gold
Blue Sapphire Dangle Earrings Diamonds 3.2 Carats 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All gemstones are natural 2 Blue Sapphires = 3.05 Carats 18 White Diamonds = 0.17 Carats Metal: 14K Yellow Gold Dimensions: 24 x...
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow ...
Blue Sapphire Dangle Earrings Diamonds 3.2 Carats 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All gemstones are natural 2 Blue Sapphires = 3.05 Carats 18 White Diamonds = 0.17 Carats Metal: 14K Yellow Gold Dimensions: 24 x...
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow ...
Blue Sapphire Dangle Earrings Diamonds 3.2 Carats 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All gemstones are natural 2 Blue Sapphires = 3.05 Carats 18 White Diamonds = 0.17 Carats Metal: 14K Yellow Gold Dimensions: 24 x...
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow ...
Blue Sapphire Dangle Earrings Diamonds 3.2 Carats 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All gemstones are natural 2 Blue Sapphires = 3.05 Carats 18 White Diamonds = 0.17 Carats Metal: 14K Yellow Gold Dimensions: 24 x...
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow ...
