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.
Lapis Lazuli Diamond Dangle Drop Earrings Retro Mid-Century Modern 18 Karat Gold
Located in New York, NY
These are a stunning pair of Lapis Lazuli Diamond Mid-Century Modern dangle drop earrings in 18 Karat White and Yellow Gold. The earrings feature gorgeous lapis lazuli pendant drops...
Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Gold, White Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Etruscan Lapis Lazuli Pendant Dangle Drop Earrings 14 -18 Karat Gold
Located in New York, NY
This is a spectacular pair of Antique Etruscan Revival Pendant Dangle Drop Earrings with 18 Karat Etruscan Gold beads, Lapis Lazuli Beads and Pearls. The earrings have extraordinary early Etruscan beaded scroll and granulation work on the gold beads. Adorning the surface of the beads is lovely swirled wirework, forming a stunning Etruscan design. Above and below the Etruscan beads are pearls and gorgeous beads of gold flecked Lapis Lazuli. The earrings hang beautifully on the ear. Etruscan jewelry Etruscan Style refers to 19th century jewelry with design influences from Etrurian jewelry dating to the 7th to 3rd centuries BC. The jewelry is noted for granulation and applied filigree and is highly sought after. The earrings are 2 1/8 inches (55mm) long. The larger lapis beads...
Lapis Lazuli, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Mine Cut Diamond Enamel Earrings 14 Karat Gold Dangle Drop Earrings
Located in New York, NY
This is a stunning pair of Victorian to Art Deco Dangle Drop Earrings set with fabulous Old Mine Cut Diamonds in the center of Royal Blue Enamel circles in 14 Karat Gold. The early ...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Enamel
Amber Dangle Drop Earrings 14 Karat Gold Retro Egg Yolk Butterscotch Amber
Located in New York, NY
This is a beautiful romantic pair of antique Amber Dangle Drop Earrings with round natural Amber cabochons of great beauty in a dangle drop design in 14 Karat Yellow Gold. The amber...
Amber, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Zircon Earrings Gold Antique Retro Dangle Drop Earrings Bridgerton Downton Abbey
Located in New York, NY
This is a stunning pair of antique Retro Zircon Earrings with gorgeous faceted natural Zircon gems of great beauty in 10 Karat Gold. The antique Retro dro...
Zircon, Gold, 10k Gold
Labradorite Diamond Dangle Drop Earrings
Located in New York, NY
A STUNNING PAIR OF FACETED LABRADORITE DROP DANGLE PENDANT EARRINGS OF 2 1/8 INCHES IN LENGTH WITH DIAMOND ACCENTS AT THE TOP. THE LABRADORITE IS SET IN 10 KARAT GOLD. THE DIAMOND SET HOOKS ARE STERLING SILVER WITH A GOLD WASH. THE EARRINGS ARE OF GREAT STYLE WITH SUCH DELIGHTFUL SPIRITUALITY, ROMANCE AND GLAMOR. Each earring has two round faceted Labradorite gems. The fronts are in a pyramidal cut with facets. The colors are absolutely gorgeous. The top hooks are each set with four sparkling diamonds. According to native Canadian tribal lore, Labradorite is said to contain the Northern Lights, known as the Aurora Borealis. In the myth, it is believed that the lights were “set free” by one of their ancestors who broke through the rocks with his spear. The lights that remained were set into stone, and thus Labradorite was born. Labradorite’s most renowned quality is known as labradorescence. This is what makes the stone transform from a blue-ish gray to a show of neon illuminations in light. Your Labradorite crystal...
Diamond, Labradorite, Gold, Yellow Gold, 10k Gold, Vermeil, Sterling Silver
Syna Yellow Gold Lapis Lazuli Drop Earrings with Diamonds
By Syna Jewels
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
Created in 18kyg Lapis Lazuli 20 carats approx. Diamonds 0.05 carat approx. Limited edition Meticulously handcrafted in 18k yellow gold, these limited edition earrings feature a cap...
Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Syna Yellow Gold Lapis Lazuli Earrings with Diamonds
By Syna Jewels
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
Created in 18 karat yellow gold Lapis lazuli 7.50 carats approx. Diamonds 0.80 carat approx. French wire for pierced ears Limited edition This elegant Chakra Long Necklace is crafte...
Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K Yellow Gold with Blue Lapis Lazuli Hammered Gold Earrings
By Claris-A
Located in Monte Carlo, MC
Claris-A offers this pair of 18k yellow gold lapis lazuli earrings, designed as a two-part composition featuring an oval lapis lazuli center above a larger hammered gold drop. Twiste...
Lapis Lazuli, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Peter Suchy Quartz Lapis Yellow Gold Dangle Earrings
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
Natural untreated rutilated quartz and blue lapis dangle earrings. 2 round rutilated cabochon quartz with 2 royal blue lapis drops set in 14k y...
Lapis Lazuli, Quartz, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K Yellow Gold Round and Teardrop Lapis Lazuli Dangle Earrings
By Valentin Magro
Located in New York, NY
Bright gold accents these deep-toned drop earrings. Lapis lazuli is carved into round cabochons and pear drops, showcasing their dark azures. A closer look reveals bits of pyrite int...
Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Vintage 14k Yellow Gold Opal & Lapis Lazuli Ornate Dangle Drop Earrings
Located in Montclair, NJ
–Stone(s)– (4) Natural Genuine Opals - Round Cabochon - Prong Set - White Base Color w/ Orange & Green Color Play - 5mm and 3.5mm (approx.) (2) Natural Genuine Lapis Lazuli - Round C...
Lapis Lazuli, Opal, Gold, 14k 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.
