Greek silversmith Sotirios Voulgaris arrived in Rome in 1881 and set up his own shop there in 1884, calling it Bulgari, an Italianization of his last name (in the brand's logo, it's styled BVLGARI, using the classical Latin alphabet in a nod to ancient Roman culture). In 1905, he opened the company’s flagship boutique on Rome’s Via dei Condotti. Since then, Bulgari has looked to Rome as a source of reference for its fanciful and decidedly romantic designs for necklaces, bracelets, earrings and other accessories.
Although the iconic jewelry house found success with its silverwork and Art Deco designs, popular through the 1920s, Bulgari’s signature style — bold, often using yellow gold embellished with big colorful gemstones — began to emerge when Sotirios’s sons inherited the business, in 1932.
The brand truly hit its stride in the dolce vita era of the 1950s and ’60s, when the founder’s grandsons Paolo, Gianni and Nicola Bulgari decisively departed from demure traditional styles to develop the house’s exuberant multi-gem looks, attracting celebrity collectors like Elizabeth Taylor.
In the 1940s, Bulgari debuted perhaps its most famous design, the Serpenti bracelet watch. The piece’s snakelike coils were made possible by the tubogas jewelry technique, which links a flexible series of thin horizontal bands. Both the sleek, modern tubogas construction and the sinuous snake motif continue to be synonymous with the Bulgari brand.
On 1stDibs, the collection of vintage Bulgari jewelry includes rings, pendant necklaces, watches and other accessories.
Bvlgari Serpenti Forever Small Leather Top Handle Crossbody Bag Pink
By Bulgari
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
CONDITION: VERY GOOD Light rubbing around the corners, leather creases and scratches to the leather. Scratches to the hardware. Light stains. DETAILS Bvlgari Serpenti Forever Lea...
Raspberry pink shoulder bag with snake head closure BULGARI
By Bulgari
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Raspberry pink shoulder bag with snake head closure. Purple rayon lining. Snap closure under the snake. 2 compartiments inside + one with zip closure. 2 ...
Bvlgari Serpenti Forever Pink Leather Top Handle Bag Small
Located in Guangzhou, CN
These are professional pictures of the actual item offered by Eluse. Condition:Minor signs of use size: Width:18cm,height:16.5cm Designer: BVLGARI Exterior Material: Leather ...
Gucci Pink Calfskin Medium Bamboo Diva Bag
By Gucci
Located in New York, NY
Listing Title: Gucci Pink Calfskin Medium Bamboo Diva Bag SKU: 155268 Condition: Pre-owned Condition Description: Since its foundation in Florence in 1921, Gucci has seen significan...
Yves Saint Laurent Pink Leather Small Lulu Bag
Located in Philadelphia, PA
YSL Yves Saint Laurent Pink lulu bag in excellent condition. Smooth pink leather exterior trimmed with gold hardware and long adjustable strap that ...
$3,000
H 7.09 in W 7.09 in
Hermes Sac Mors de Bride Bag Pink Chevre Chamkila Leather Shoulder Bag 2021
By Hermès
Located in Guangzhou, CN
These are professional pictures of the actual item offered by Eluse. Condition: Minor signs of use. Accessories: Dust bag, invoice size: long:20cm,height:18cm Designer: Hermes ...
Moynat Medium Rejane Blush Pink Crossbody Shoulder Bag, Palladium Hardware
By Moynat
Located in Guangzhou, CN
Moynat Medium Réjane crafted in blush pink calfskin with palladium hardware, handmade in France. Complete with original dust bag and shoulder strap, wearable as hand, shoulder or cro...
Fushia leather bag with gold metal chain CHOPARD (2022)
By Chopard
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Fushia leather bag with gold metal chain. Dust-bag provided. Fabric lining ( probably rayon) Snap closure on the middle front under the flap. One inside pocket. Authenticity card pr...
$2,076Sale Price|20% Off
Gucci Jackie 1961 Small Leather Bag with Adjustable Strap Size Pink
By Gucci
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Gucci Jackie 1961 Small Leather Bag with Adjustable Strap Size Pink These are professional photos of the actual bag offered by Luxbags. The Guc...
Gucci Pink Dollar Calfskin Crystal Super Mini Dionysus Flap
By Gucci
Located in New York, NY
Listing Title: Gucci Pink Dollar Calfskin Crystal Super Mini Dionysus Flap SKU: 150593 MSRP: 1100.00 USD Condition: Pre-owned Condition Description: Taking the fashion sphere by sto...
Fendi Selleria Pink Leather Peekaboo X-Lite Medium Handbag
By Fendi
Located in Rome, Rome
Elevate your style with this authentic Fendi Peekaboo X-Lite handbag, beautifully crafted in Italy from premium pink plain leather. Introduced by Fendi in 2018 as a lighter, more rel...
Gucci GG Supreme Padlock Small Chain Shoulder Bag Red Fuchsia
By Gucci
Located in Rome, Rome
The Gucci Padlock collection, first introduced in 2015 for the Spring/Summer 2016 collection, is a modern icon from the era of Creative Director Alessandro Michele. Its defining feat...
Fendi Fuchsia Pink Shearling Nappa Mini Be Baguette Shoulder Bag
By Fendi
Located in Rome, Rome
Elevate your luxury collection with the Fendi Fuchsia Pink Shearling Nappa Mini Be Baguette Shoulder Bag. Masterfully crafted in Italy from vibrant pink sheraling accented with elega...
Chanel Vintage Pink Nylon New Travel Line Tote Shoulder Bag
By Chanel
Located in Rome, Rome
This Chanel Vintage Pink Nylon New Travel Line Tote is a chic find for any collector. As part of the Classic CC Shopping model, this medium-sized tote is crafted from durable pink ny...
Chanel Vintage Pink Nylon New Travel Line Tote Shoulder Bag
By Chanel
Located in Rome, Rome
This Chanel Vintage Pink Nylon New Travel Line Tote is a chic find for any collector. As part of the Classic CC Shopping model, this medium-sized tote is crafted from durable pink ny...
Gucci Vintage Red Leather Convertible Messenger Crossbody Bag
By Gucci
Located in Rome, Rome
Step out in classic vintage style with this Gucci Vintage Red Leather Gold Push Lock Messenger Crossbody Bag, crafted in Italy during the vibrant 1990s. This small-sized bag perfectl...
Jewelry historian Vanessa Cron combed 1stDibs and selected some dazzling pieces with timeless appeal.
From Elizabeth Taylor to Zendaya, the Serpenti has been the accessory of choice for generations of it girls.
