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.
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BVLGARI B.Zero1 Necklace in 18K White Gold
By Bulgari
Located in New Orleans, LA
This iconic BVLGARI B.Zero1 necklace embodies the perfect blend of timeless design and modern aesthetics. Crafted in 18K white gold, the pendant features the signature circular form ...
White Gold
Bvlgari Bvlgari 18K White Gold Diamond Necklace BV02-060426
By Bulgari
Located in Southampton, PA
This Bvlgari Bvlgari necklace exudes timeless luxury. Circular accents are elevated by the brand name around the perimeter. Sparkling inset Diamonds provide additional elegance. Craf...
Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
Bvlgari Bzero1 Vintage 18k White Gold Pendant Necklace
By Bulgari
Located in Feasterville, PA
A Bvlgari B.zero1 18k White Gold Pendant Necklace with Architectural Elegance. Crafted from 18k white gold, this necklace embodies the luxury and modern Italian design synonymous wi...
18k Gold, White Gold
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BULGARI Milano Bvlgari-Bvlgari Pendant Necklace 18Kt White Gold and VS Diamonds
By Bulgari
Located in Miami, FL
A Bvlgari-Bvlgari necklace chain designed by Bvlgari. This is a beautiful contemporary necklace-chain created in Italy by the jewelry house of Bvlgari, back in the 2000's. The neck...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, White Gold, 18k Gold
Bvlgari Diamond Astrale Necklace
By Bulgari
Located in London, GB
Here we have a truly wonderful diamond necklace from the luxury jewellery designer Bvlgari. The necklace forms part of the Astrale collection and features a concentric design that is...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Bvlgari B.Zero 18k White Gold Pendant Necklace
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
Inspired by the bold architectural lines and contemporary elegance that define the iconic B.Zero1 collection, this exquisite Bvlgari pendant necklace is a timeless expression of mode...
Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Bulgari 18ct White Gold B.Zero1 Necklace
By Bulgari
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Bulgari 18ct White Gold B.zero1 Necklace Product Details Xupes Ref: J1280 Brand: Bulgari Model: B.zero1 Necklace Type: Pendant RRP: £3,840 Material(s): 18ct White Gold Specificatio...
White Gold
Vintage Bulgari Astrale Cerch Diamond Necklace in White Gold
By Bulgari
Located in London, England
A beautiful vintage Bulgari Astrale Cerchi diamond necklace set in 18k white gold.
The necklace features circular openwork motifs set with round brilliant-cut diamonds, formin...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Bvlgari Astrale Cerchi 18k White Gold Brilliant-cut Diamonds Pendant Necklace
Located in Guangzhou, CN
Bvlgari Astrale Collection "Circle of Fortune" Diamond Necklace in White Gold, Purchased in 2013, vintage model without serial code, Accessories: Original box + warranty card
Diamond, White Gold
Bulgari/Bvlgari Pareutesi white gold necklace 18k
By Bulgari
Located in Berlin, BE
This stunning necklace from the prestigious Bulgari/Bvlgari brand exudes strength, elegance and vitality. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, this masterpiece seamlessly ble...
Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Bvlgari 18ct White Gold Divas’ Dream Necklace 0.45ct 5.41g
By Bulgari
Located in SYDNEY, NSW
An authentic Bvlgari Divas’ Dream 18ct white gold necklace, crafted in lustrous 18ct white gold and set with round brilliant cut diamonds totalling approximately 0.45 carats. This el...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Louis Vuitton 18ct White Gold Empreinte Chain Bracelet 6.2g
By Louis Vuitton
Located in SYDNEY, NSW
This elegant Louis Vuitton Empreinte Chain Bracelet is crafted in 18ct white gold, weighing 6.2 grams. The design is inspired by the nails used on Louis Vuitton’s iconic trunks, feat...
18k Gold, White Gold
Bvlgari 18ct White Gold B.Zero1 4-Band Diamond Ring .8ct 17.38g
By Bulgari
Located in SYDNEY, NSW
A bold and iconic design from the house of Bvlgari, this B.Zero1 4-band ring is crafted in luxurious 18ct white gold, weighing 17.38 grams. The ring features a modern spiral silhouet...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Bvlgari 18ct White Gold Astrale Earrings 21.43g
By Bulgari
Located in SYDNEY, NSW
These rare Bvlgari Astrale earrings are crafted in luxurious 18ct white gold, embodying the brand’s signature balance of elegance and bold design. Each earring showcases a radiant mu...
18k Gold, White Gold
18ct White Gold Diamond Pendant 1.25ct 6.7g
Located in SYDNEY, NSW
A beautifully crafted diamond pendant in 18ct white gold, featuring a striking central diamond surrounded by a halo of brilliant diamonds. Elegant and versatile in design, this penda...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Bvlgari B.zero1 18ct White Gold 4-Band Ring 12.78g
By Bulgari
Located in SYDNEY, NSW
This iconic Bvlgari B.zero1 4-band ring is crafted in 18ct white gold, showcasing the brand’s signature spiral design that blends modern elegance with timeless Italian craftsmanship....
White Gold, 18k Gold
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.
