Steven Battelle
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 pieces 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.
On 1stDibs, find a collection of Steven Battelle rings, earrings, necklaces and more.
| Average Sold Price |
| $1,923 |
| Styles |
21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian Contemporary Steven Battelle
Moonstone, Rainbow Moonstone, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Steven Battelle
Turquoise, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Balinese Classical Roman Steven Battelle
18k Gold
2010s Indonesian Contemporary Steven Battelle
Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Balinese Classical Greek Steven Battelle
Diamond, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Balinese Contemporary Steven Battelle
Turquoise, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Balinese Classical Roman Steven Battelle
18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Steven Battelle
Black Diamond, 22k Gold
