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 18K White and Yellow Gold Link Bracelet
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
Golden Duality: Bvlgari Link Bracelet, 1970 A masterpiece of dual-toned elegance—this link bracelet by Bvlgari embodies the pinnacle of Italian craftsmanship. Each link, a harmoniou...
BVLGARI Yellow Gold Serpenti Viper Bracelet
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
BVLGARI Yellow Gold Serpenti Viper Bracelet PRIMARY DETAILS SKU: Z157585 Listing Title: BVLGARI Yellow Gold Serpenti Viper Bracelet Condition Description: Born on Rome's Via Condott...
BVLGARI Rose Gold Diamond Diva's Dream Bracelet
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
BVLGARI Rose Gold Diamond Diva's Dream Bracelet PRIMARY DETAILS SKU: 156921 Listing Title: BVLGARI Rose Gold Diamond Diva's Dream Bracelet Condition Description: Born on Rome's Via ...
Bvlgari Enigma 18K Gold Bypass Diamond Spinning Bracelet
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
This elegant bypass bracelet by Gianni Bulgari is crafted in 18K rose and white gold and comes from the sought-after Enigma collection. The design features two polished spheres, each...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
Bvlgari Gold Diamond Leather Bracelet
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
Bvlgari gold diamond leather bracelet Round-cut diamonds, black leather straps, 18 karat yellow gold; marked Bvlgari, Made in Italy, 750 Size: w...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Christian Dior Gold-Tone Bracelet
By Christian Dior
Located in Paris, FR
Christian Dior "CD" Gold-tone bracelet featuring a center “CD” in a round outline, a lobster claw fastening. Maximum Length: 7.8in. (20cm) Circa: 1990s In good vintage condition. Ma...
Bulgari Yellow Gold Link Bracelet
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
An 18k yellow gold bracelet by Bvlgari. Bracelet is 7.75" long, circle links are 8mm in diameter. Marked Bvlgari, 750, made in Italy. Weight - 16.8 grams.
Yellow Gold
Chanel Gold-Plated Vintage 1993 CC Bracelet
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Chanel Gold-Plated Vintage 1993 CC Bracelet PRIMARY DETAILS SKU: 156376 Listing Title: Chanel Gold-Plated Vintage 1993 CC Bracelet Condition Description: No house has shaped the f...
BVLGARI Rose Gold B.zero1 Bracelet
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
BVLGARI Rose Gold B.zero1 Bracelet PRIMARY DETAILS SKU: 156966 Listing Title: BVLGARI Rose Gold B.zero1 Bracelet Condition Description: Created in 1999 to celebrate the Millenium, t...
Vintage Bvlgari 18k Gold Steel Link Bracelet
By Bulgari
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This Bulgari Oro Acciaio bracelet is crafted in 18k yellow gold and steel, reflecting the bold, industrial design language associated with the house in the late 1970s to early 1980s....
18k Gold, Steel
Bvlgari Parentesi 18K Gold Stainless Steel Link Bracelet
By Bulgari
Located in Miami, FL
Exquisite Bvlgari Parentesi Link Bracelet, The two-tone is created by 18K Yellow gold link and Steel. It is Highly polished gold with a satin finish steel link making this bracele...
18k Gold, Steel, Stainless Steel
Bvlgari B.ZERO1 B.Zero 1 18K Yellow Gold Bangle Bulgari Bracelet
By Bulgari
Located in Miami, FL
One of the most popular collections of the house of Bvlgari is the B.zero, Inspired in the Colleseum. Crafted in solid 18K yellow gold, The complete piece weighs 42.7 grams, its inn...
Yellow Gold
Daniel K Diamond 18 Karat Gold Circle Chain Link Bracelet
By Daniel K
Located in Miami, FL
Feel flirty and daring with this fashionable Estate Diamond 18K Gold Circle Chain Link Bracelet. This bracelet is crafted in the trending 18-karat white gold with chic black rhodium...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Vintage 1960s 9.90ct Diamond1 8K Gold Link Bracelet
Located in Miami, FL
A bold vintage diamond bracelet from the Retro era, circa 1965, crafted in luxurious 18K yellow and white gold. Designed with sculptural rope-style links, this statement piece is acc...
Gold
Cartier French Maillon Panthère 18K Yellow Gold Link Bracelet
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Cartier French Maillon Panthère Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Link Bracelet This exquisite original, authentic Cartier Maillon Panthère Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Bracelet is a superb exampl...
Yellow Gold
Mario Buccellati Antique 18K Gold Diamond Bracelet
By Mario Buccellati
Located in Miami, FL
A rare and important early Mario Buccellati bracelet, masterfully crafted in richly patinated 18K yellow gold. This exceptional piece features five elaborate openwork plaques adorned...
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.
