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.
René Boivin Multi-Colored Sapphire Floral Bracelet
By René Boivin
Located in New York, NY
Discover the enchanting beauty of this René Boivin Sapphire Bracelet, a stunning piece that embodies the designer's exquisite craftsmanship and fl...
Sapphire, 18k Gold
Bulgari Multi-Gemstone and Diamond Floral Brooch
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
Bulgari Multi-Gemstone and Diamond Floral Brooch Description: A magnificent Bulgari floral brooch, masterfully designed with an array of vibrant gemstones, exuding elegance and time...
Diamond, Emerald, Multi-gemstone, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow ...
Diamond, Ruby, and Sapphire Gold Floral Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
Diamond, Ruby, and Sapphire Gold Floral Bracelet Description: A vibrant expression of artistry and elegance, this exquisite bracelet is a dazzling composition of diamonds, rubies, a...
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
Boucheron Multigem and Diamond Braided Gold Bracelet
By Boucheron
Located in New York, NY
Boucheron Multigem and Diamond Braided Gold Bracelet Description: Crafted in rich 18 karat yellow gold, this vintage Boucheron bracelet features a distinctive braided rope design in...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18...
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond, Sapphire & Ruby Gold Rope Twist Bracelet
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond, Sapphire & Ruby Gold Rope Twist Bracelet Description: A striking Van Cleef & Arpels bracelet composed of intricately woven 18K yellow gold li...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Tiffany & Co. Sapphire & Ruby Gold Bracelet
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Tiffany & Co. Textured Gold Ruby & Sapphire Bracelet Description: A captivating Tiffany & Co. bracelet crafted in 18K yellow gold, this piece showcases interwoven textured links, ex...
Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
Mid-Century gold and multi-gem trefoil bracelet
Located in New York, NY
A Mid-Century gold mesh and multi-gem bracelet featuring sapphire, ruby, and emerald trefoils, alternating with diamond trefoils, with raised borders, in 18k. Lotos, Germany. Atw sap...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Bvlgari Certified Natural Multi Color Sapphire and Diamond Bracelet
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
Bulgari Certified Natural Unheated Multi Color Sapphire and Diamond Bracelet A yellow gold bracelet composed of oval links set with multicolor sapphires, each framed by round cut di...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
H. Stern 1950's Multi-Gem 18K Yellow Gold Vintage Floral Foliate Link Bracelet
By H. Stern
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Comprised of hinged gold oval-shaped links each centering an oval cut gemstone Comprised of prong set amethyst, citrine, topaz, tourmalines, and garnet Transparent purple, orange, li...
Amethyst, Citrine, Garnet, Topaz, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Handcraft 14 Karat Yellow Gold Diamonds Flowers Cuff Bracelet
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
For any problems related to some materials contained in the items that do not allow shipping and require specific documents that require a particular period, please contact the selle...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rubies Emeralds Sapphires 14 Karat Yellow Gold Diamonds Cuff Bracelet
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
Amazing 14 karat yellow gold cuff bracelet. Handmade by artisans assembled with diamonds,emeralds,rubies,yellow blue and pink sapphires Bracelet total weight 27.80 grams Sapphires,e...
Diamond, Ruby, Emerald, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels 18K Yellow Gold Diamond And Gemstone Bangle Bracelet
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels 18K yellow gold bangle bracelet designed with a floral motif, richly adorned with round brilliant-cut diamonds and vibrant multi-color gemstones. The front section...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, 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.
