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 Mediterranean Eden Sassi Amethyst Diamond Gold Bracelet, Italy
By Bulgari
Located in Malmö, Skåne län
Bulgari ‘Mediterranean Eden’ amethyst, diamond and gold bracelet. Four polished highly translucent gorgeously saturated amethyst beads and four...
Amethyst, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Bulgari 14ct Amethyst Sugarloaf Cocktail Ring in 18kt Gold, 1970s
By Bulgari
Located in Malmö, Skåne län
Bulgari jewelry more often than not revolves around the concept of "happiness", with light gathering of colored gems put together, expressing ‘joy’ and ‘fun’ in a playful way. the ...
Amethyst, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Bulgari Hematite 18k Yellow Gold Link Bracelet, Italy Circa 1989
By Bulgari
Located in Malmö, Skåne län
Whether you are a seasoned collector or new admirer of Bvlgari bracelets here is a perfect combo of shimmering hematite and bright 18k yellow gold that makes it stand out! Opaque me...
Hematite, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Bulgari 1970s 18K Gold Torque Bangle with Emerald, Sapphire & Diamonds
By Bulgari
Located in Malmö, Skåne län
Very rare "slave" bangle 1970s Sapphire and emerald cabochons approx 0.44 - 0.5ct, with 10 baguette cut diamonds total approx. 1.8ct, Gross weight 22.1 grams. A timeless Bulgari j...
Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1980s Sapphire, Emerald and Ruby 18kt Curb Link Bangle
Located in Malmö, Skåne län
Classic for a reason. Curb link bangle, set with 3 cabochon cut natural stones, emerald, sapphire and ruby with a total weight of approximately 6.96ct. The stones are of high qualit...
Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Belle Époque 24.84ct Amethyst and Diamond Bracelet, 1890-1915
Located in Malmö, Skåne län
Rare antique Belle Epoque natural amethyst bracelet. Set with 6 gorgeous lilac Russian amethysts weighing together approx. 24.84 ct. and shimmer...
Amethyst, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Silver
Vintage Tiffany & Co. Paloma Picasso 18k Yellow Gold Amethyst Cuff
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
This vintage Tiffany & Co. Paloma Picasso cuff is crafted in substantial 18k yellow gold and centered by an impressive 80.60ct sugarloaf amethyst. The large cabochon-style stone ...
Amethyst, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
David Webb Amethyst and 18k Hammered Gold Cuff Bracelet
By David Webb
Located in Weston, MA
In keeping with the 1990s Webb tradition of superlative craftsmanship, this cuff is a simple design created in “super-size”. The stunningly-colored and abundant amethyst cabochons da...
Amethyst, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Antique 70.65ct Amethyst and 14k Yellow Gold Bangle
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning antique 1880s 70.65 carat amethyst and 14 carat yellow gold bangle; part of our diverse antique jewellery and estate jewelry collections. This stunning, fine and impressi...
Amethyst, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Bulgari Tronchetto 18k Yellow Gold Custom Cut Amethyst Band Ring
By Bulgari
Located in Montclair, NJ
–Stone(s)– (1) Natural Genuine Amethyst- Custom Cut - Channel Inlaid Set - Purple Color - 14.7x10mm (approx.) Material: Solid 18k Yellow Gold Weight: 10.63 Grams Ring Size: 5.5 ( fi...
Amethyst, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Bulgari 1980's Amethyst Citrine 18 Karat Yellow Gold Vintage Doppio Ring
By Bulgari
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Featuring an oval cut amethyst and citrine flush set north to south in grooved double band Transparent medium purple and orange in color Each measuring approximately 7.0 x 11.5 mm Co...
Amethyst, Citrine, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Gutchneider 14k Gold & Palladium Amethyst Diamond Hinged Bangle Bracelet
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (11) Natural Genuine Amethysts - Oval Brilliant Cut - Multi-Prong Set - Deep Rich Purple Color - 7x5mm / 9-10ctw (approx.) (2) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brillian...
Amethyst, Diamond, 14k Gold, Palladium
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.
