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.
$28,019
Bulgari Bzero1 Rock Bracelet
By Bulgari
Located in London, GB
A exquisite pre-owned Bvlgari BZero1 Rock bracelet, crafted in 18ct yellow gold, with studded spiral and diamond-set edges. Size: Medium A true icon since 1999, B.zero1 defies conv...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Bvlgari 18K Gold Parentesi Hematite Bracelet
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
A classic Bvlgari Parentesi bangle bracelet crafted in 18K yellow gold and polished hematite, showcasing one of the house's most iconic and enduring designs. Inspired by the interloc...
Hematite, Gold, 18k Gold
BULGARI Spiga Diamond Yellow Gold 3 Row Bracelet
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
This gorgeous Bulgari bracelet is crafted in 18k yellow gold and is designed as a flexible wrap bracelet of chevron links, accented with round E-F-G VVS1-VVS2 diamonds weighing an es...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Bulgari Contemporary Diamond Bracelet 18K Yellow Gold
By Bulgari
Located in Dallas, TX
Estate Bulgari Contemporary Diamond Bracelet in 18K Yellow Gold. The bracelet features approximately 0.85ctw of brilliant round cut diamonds. Flexible open bangle. 6" Circumference ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Bvlgari Serpenti Viper Diamond Mother of Pearl Gold Bracelet
By Bulgari
Located in London, GB
A stunning pre-owned Bulgari Serpenti Viper bracelet, crafted in 18ct rose gold set with diamonds and mother of pearl. This bracelet features Bulgari's iconic 'Serpenti' design co...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Bulgari B.zero1 Rose Gold and Diamond Bracelet
By Bulgari
Located in New Orleans, LA
This iconic Bulgari B.zero1 bangle exemplifies the house’s mastery of contemporary luxury design. Crafted in 18K rose gold, the bracelet is pavé set with diamonds totaling 11.60 cara...
Diamond, Rose Gold
Bvlgari 7.2 carat Diamond Curb Link Two Tone Bracelet
By Bulgari
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Exquisitely handcrafted by the master Italian artisans of Bvlgari in Circa 1980s, this exceptional bracelet is crafted in a sophisticated union of 18 karat white gold and 18 karat ye...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 90s Bulgari Tubogas Bracelet Diamond 18k Gold Stainless Steel Bangle
By Bulgari
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish vintage Bulgari 'Tubogas' bracelet crafted in 18k rose gold and stainless steel (circa 1990s). The bracelet is designed to resemble a flexible gas pipe, finished with a pa...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Stainless Steel
Bvlgari 18k Bulgari Cuff Parentesi Bracelet Size Small
By Bulgari
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This vintage Bulgari Parentesi bangle bracelet is a great example of the brand’s distinctive design language. Crafted in 18k yellow gold, the bangle measures 5.5 inches in inner circ...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Bulgari Spiga 18k Gold Diamond Triple Wrap Flexible Coil Bracelet
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
Original Bulgari Spiga Flexible Strap Bracelet Highlighted with brilliant-cut diamonds, Inner circumference approximately 6' - 7' inches size is adjustable and flexible. signed Bulga...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage 1980s Gold Link Bracelet with Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k yellow gold featuring Round Brilliant cut Diamonds weighing a total of approximately 9.00 carats. Circa 1980s 7 3/4 x 5/8 inches
Diamond, 18k Gold
Vintage 1960s Buccellati Diamond Bracelet
By Buccellati
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k white gold with Round Brilliant cut Diamonds weighing a total of approximately 14.00 carats. Signed by Buccellati Circa 1960s 6 1/2 inches
Diamond, 18k Gold
Vintage 1960s 12.00 Carat Diamond Gold Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k yellow gold with Round Brilliant cut Diamonds weighing approximately 12.00 carats. Made in Italy Circa 1960s Size 7 inches
Diamond, 18k Gold
Vintage 1970s David Webb Gold and Diamond Cuff Bracelet
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k yellow gold and platinum with 48 Round Brilliant cut diamonds weighing a total of 3.84 carats. Signed by David Webb Circa 1970s Size 6 inches
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Vintage 1960s Verdura Diamond Bracelet Pair
By Verdura
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k yellow and white gold with 136 Round Brilliant cut Diamonds per bracelet weighing approximately 6.80 carats. Together the bracelets carry 272 Round Brilliant cu...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Vintage 1970s David Webb Gold and Diamond Bracelet
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k yellow gold with Round Brilliant cut Diamonds weighing a total of approximately 7.20 carats. Signed by David Webb Circa 1970s Size 6 inches
Diamond, 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.
