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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Labradorite Rose 18 Carat Cut Oval Set in 18 Karat with Hammered Silver Ring
By Steven Battelle
Located in Berkeley, CA
This Labradorite Oval is accented by a 18 karat gold step bezel and set in a hand hammered ring. Mesmerizing, this labradorite has a rainbow glow as one moves and sparkles with shade...
Labradorite, 18k Gold, Silver
Oval 1.06 Carat Emerald Set in 18 Karat Heavy Gold Ring
By Steven Battelle
Located in Berkeley, CA
This watery deep green emerald is 1.06 carats set in a heavy 18 karat gold setting. The high carat gold beautifully compliments the deep green shade of this stunning emerald. The loo...
Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold
Cushion Cut Tanzanite with Diamond Ring Set in 18 Karat Rose Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Tanzanite 1.45 carats with Diamond 0.16 carat Ring set in 18 Karat Rose Gold Settings Width: 1.0 cm Length: 1.0 cm Ring Size: 52 Total Weight: 5.33 grams "We first opened doors ...
Diamond, Tanzanite, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Alex Jona Quartz Rubellite 18 Karat Rose Gold Ring
By Alex Jona
Located in Lugano, TI
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 Karat rose gold ring set with a crazy cut quartz over rubellite, weighing 8.42 carats. Size US 6, can be sized to any specifica...
Ruby, Quartz, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
$3,026Sale Price|29% Off
French Antique 1.06 Carat Rose- Cut Diamond Enamel 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 karat yellow gold, eagle head hallmark. Set with 8 rose- cut diamonds on openwork, half of the ring band is engraved with geometric designs of navy blue enamel. Total di...
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Solitaire 100% Natural Colombian Emerald Ring 18 Karat Gold
By Emeralds Maravellous
Located in US
This is an absolutely attractive emerald solitaire ring featuring in the center an emerald cut 100% natural Colombian emerald Weighting 0.60 carats Fine Color and Lively Medium Gree...
Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
$1,212Sale Price / item|20% Off
VR Jewels 2.19 Carat Oval Yellow Sapphire Solitaire Ring in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Unisex yellow sapphire ring in 18k gold which perfectly goes with your personality and also helps you to improve your energy and sensuality. To enhance your look and convey your emot...
Yellow Sapphire, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
14 Karat Rose Cut .88 Carat Diamond Ring, Rose Gold Ring, Diamond Rose Cut
By Rose and Choc
Located in Wallingford, CT
Low profile rose cut diamond set on 14k rose gold Approx .88 carat Diamond Stone: 6.5mm Clarity: VS/SI1 Color: GHI Cut: Rose cut 1.4mm band width. Rose gold, white gold, yellow gold ...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
$2,860 / item
18 Karat and Labradorite Elongated Ring
By Amy Glaswand
Located in New York, NY
Geometric Design inspired by Art Deco and Ancient Motifs, this elongated ring is a statement ring. Combining custom cut hexagon Labradorites and gold, ...
Labradorite, 18k Gold
14 Karat Rose Cut .88 Carat Diamond Ring, Rose Gold Ring, Diamond Rose Cut
Located in Wallingford, CT
Low profile rose cut diamond set on 14k rose gold Approx .88 carat Diamond Stone: 6.5mm Clarity: VS/SI1 Color: GHI Cut: Rose cut 1.4mm band width. Rose gold, white gold, yellow gold ...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
Orloff of Denmark, Charming 17 carat Labradorite Sterling Silver Ring
Located in Hua Hin, TH
Orloff of Denmark; 17.38 carat Sculpture ring fashioned out of 925 Sterling Silver. Discover a captivating symphony of color and intrigue in this sterling silver ring adorned with a remarkable 17 carat labradorite gem. With every movement, this gemstone comes to life, unveiling a mesmerizing play of iridescent blues, greens, and ethereal flashes that seem to emanate from within. The labradorite's surface dances with an otherworldly sheen, reminiscent of the Northern Lights painting...
Labradorite, Sterling Silver
0.50 Carat Bright Oval Green Peridot with 24K Gold and Silver Textured Ring
Located in Bozeman, MT
0.50 Carat Bright Oval Green Peridot with 24K Gold and Silver Textured Ring Peridot - 0.50 carat 24K Gold - 0.30 grams Silver S925 - 1.20...
Peridot, Gold, 24k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver
Alex Jona Quartz Ruby 18 Karat Rose Gold Ring
By Alex Jona
Located in Lugano, TI
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 Karat rose gold ring set with a crazy cut quartz over ruby, weighing 8.66 carats. Size US 6, can be sized to any specification....
Amethyst, Quartz, Rubelite, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
Peridot Ring Set in 18 Karat Rose Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Peridot 3.40 carats Ring set in 18 Karat Rose Gold Settings Width: 1.0 cm Length: 1.0 cm Ring Size: 53 Total Weight: 5.66 grams "We first opened doors in 1980 when it was then si...
Peridot, 18k Gold, Rose Gold