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.
Bulgari Coin Tubogas Bangle in Two-Tone 18K Gold – Signed Estate Fine Jewelry
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
Size: inner circumference of 17.2 cm (6.75 in) Creator: Bulgari Metal: 18K yellow gold Weight: 319.80 grams Period: Contemporary Condition: Used - Previously owned, lightly worn, and...
Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
Bulgari Monete Chain Bracelet in 18K Yellow Gold – Signed Jewelry
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
Size: 7.5 inches Creator: Bulgari Metal: 18k yellow gold Weight: 147.80 grams Period: Contemporary Condition: Used - Previously owned, lightly worn, and in excellent condition The B...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Bulgari 33.86 ct Ruby & Diamond Bracelet in 18K Gold – Signed Estate
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
Carat Weight: Ruby 33.86 carats Certifications: SSEF Size: 15.5 cm Creator: Bulgari Metal: 18k yellow gold Weight: 113.30 grams Period: 1993 Condition: Used - Previously owned, light...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Bulgari Yellow Diamond Pavé Bombe Cuff in 18K Yellow Gold – Signed Fine Jewelry
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
Carat Weight: 12.24 cts. & 5.84 cts Yellow Diamonds Certifications: Bulgari Insurance appraisal Size: 154mm inner circumference Creator: Bulgari Metal: Platinum Weight: 51.16 gra...
Yellow Diamond, Platinum
Bulgari Burmese Ceylon Sapphire Diamond Cuff Bracelet
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
Carat Weight: Sapphire 30 cts., Dia. 18 cts. Certification: SSEF and Gubelin Creator: Bulgari Metal: 18k yellow gold Weight: 116.50 grams Period: 1980s Condition: Used - Previously o...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Spectra Fine Jewelry Multicolor Diamond Bracelet in 14kt Gold
By Spectra Fine Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
An extraordinary display of brilliance and color, this multicolor diamond bangle bracelet captivates with its vibrant sparkle and exquisite craftsmanship. Set in rich 14k yellow gold...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
BULGARI Parentesi vintage bracelet
By Bulgari
Located in PARIS, FR
Vintage BVLGARI Parentesi bracelet in 18k yellow gold and steel. Period: 1980s. Condition: excellent condition (rarely worn, has just been lightly polished). Size: medium. Width of y...
Gold, 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 Bvlgari Tri-Tone Tubogas Wrap Bracelet
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k yellow, white, and rose gold. The bracelet features graduating coils. Signed by Bvlgari Size 6 inches, flexible
18k Gold
An 18k Gold Bulgari Celtaura Ribbed Bangle
By Bulgari
Located in Amsterdam, NL
A flexible, heavy 18-karat yellow gold bracelet with semi circular ribs all around that taper in size. Signed: Bulgari, model: Celtaura, Italy. weight: 86.55 g internal dimensions: ...
18k Gold
Bulgari 18K Yellow/Steel Tubogas Ribbed Bracelet
By Bulgari
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This striking Bvlgari Tubogas bangle bracelet features a wide, flexible coil of alternating polished yellow gold and stainless steel segments, c...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Steel
Bulgari Yellow Gold Tubogas Snake Bangle Bracelet
By Bulgari
Located in Southampton, PA
An iconic symbol of Italian luxury, this authentic BVLGARI Tubogas Serpenti Coil Bangle is expertly crafted in 18K yellow gold and showcases the Maison’s legendary serpent-inspired d...
Yellow 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.
