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 21.4 Carat Pink Tourmaline 18K Gold Ring
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
An interesting, deep reddish trapezoidal 16 x 19 mm rose faceted pink tourmaline rests in a "V bezel with wire and flat jawan" 18K gold setting atop a substantial tapered shank with ...
Tourmaline, 18k Gold
Steven Battelle 1.6 Carats Round Faceted Pink Tourmaline 18K Gold Ring
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
A bright pink, 7 mm round faceted tourmaline rests in a double bezel setting atop a matte-finish split shank design with a delicate spiral motif inside. This ring is currently sized ...
Tourmaline, 18k Gold
Steven Battelle 10.8 Carats Pink Tourmaline Diamond 18K Gold Ring
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
A bright pink 12 x 16 mm oval cabochon of Mozambique pink tourmaline is held vertically between 4 carved open teardrop 18K gold prongs with 1.2 mm VS1 diamonds set at bottom. On the...
Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold
5.5 Carats Pink Tourmaline 18k Gold Ring
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
A bright 10 x 12 mm faceted oval Brazilian pink tourmaline floats almost magically above an interesting curved and split shank designed 18K ring. A really modern and clean presentat...
Tourmaline, 18k Gold
Steven Battelle 6.2 Carat Watermelon Tourmaline 22K Granulation Gold Ring
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
Delicate geometric granulation surrounds this juicy pinkish 9 x 14 mm Brazilian watermelon tourmaline faceted octagon. Lots of light and internal reflection makes for a very lively ...
Tourmaline, 22k Gold
Steven Battelle 12.0 Carat Rose-Cut Pink Tourmaline 18K Gold Ring
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
A lively, reddish-pink 12 x 16 mm domed rose-cut pink tourmaline is set within an organic line texture deep bezel setting atop a substantial hammered matte-finish shank. This is a r...
Tourmaline, 18k Gold
Pink Tourmaline Ring with Earth-Mined Diamond Accents: Solid 14K Gold, 7x4mm
Located in Columbus, OH
A natural pink tourmaline glows in a soft, rosy pink at the centre of this solid 14K yellow gold ring, accented by four earth-mined diamonds. Pink tourmaline is untreated and loved f...
Diamond, Tourmaline, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K Gold Pink Tourmaline Ring
By Tresor Collection
Located in Coral Gables, FL
Crafted with care in glowing 18K gold, this Pink Tourmaline ring from Tresor Collection’s Astro line brings a touch of modern minimalism and refined elegance. Showcasing a natural ro...
Yellow Gold
Natural Pink Tourmaline Gemstone 1.62 cts in 14K Yellow Gold Ring with Diamonds
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Experience the enchanting allure of natural pink tourmaline with this exquisite 14K yellow gold ring. Complemented by sparkling diamonds, this piece showcases exceptional craftsmansh...
Diamond, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Lovely Pink Tourmaline & Diamond Ring in 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Bloomington, MN
Lovely Pink Tourmaline & Diamond Ring in 14k Yellow Gold This 14k yellow gold ring features a 0.27 carat round pink tourmaline framed by a delicate halo of single cut diamonds total...
Diamond, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Tiffany & Co. Pink Tourmaline Solitaire 18k Yellow Gold Ring Size 6
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Brand: Tiffany & Co. Style: Pink Tourmaline Solitaire Ring Material: 18k Yellow Gold Gemstones: Natural pink tourmaline Pink Tourmaline Measurements: Approximately 7 mm × 8 mm Top Me...
Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Pink Tourmaline and Baguette Diamonds 18Kt Gold Ring
Located in Monte Carlo, MC
This stunning ring features a vibrant pink tourmaline at its center, cut in an elegant emerald shape. The tourmaline is set in a bold, high-polish 18 karat yellow gold band, which be...
Diamond, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
