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 18k White Gold Elysia Diamond Drop Earrings
By Bulgari
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Crafted in 18kt white gold, these sophisticated Bvlgari Elisia drop earrings feature an elegant, articulated design with elliptical hoops pavé-set with brilliant-cut diamonds and acc...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
BULGARI Fiorever Diamond White Gold Drop Earrings with Box
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
This gorgous drop earrings from Bulgari's romantic Fiorever collection feature a four-petal flower design crafted in 18k white gold and set with round brilliant F-E-F VVS1-VVS2 diamo...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
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Bvlgari Diva's Dream Diamond Earrings in 18K White Gold 2.10 Carat Total
By Bulgari
Located in Chicago, IL
A dazzling interpretation of one of Bvlgari’s most iconic motifs, these Diva’s Dream diamond earrings embody the glamour, elegance, and architectural beauty that define the legendary...
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Bvlgari Serpenti 18K White Gold 1.52ct Diamond Earrings
By Bulgari
Located in Southampton, PA
These Bvlgari Serpenti earrings will add a touch of luxury to any occasion. Designed to resemble a stylized snakes head, the sleek 18K White ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Bvlgari 2 Carat Diamond 18k White Gold Tronchetto Hoop Earrings
By Bulgari
Located in Chicago, IL
These exquisite Bvlgari Tronchetto huggie hoop earrings are masterfully crafted in lustrous 18k white gold, embodying the bold and sophisticated aesthetic for which the Roman maison ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
BULGARI Diva's Dream Diamond White Gold Earrings
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
These fabulous Bvlgari earrings from the classic Diva's Dream collection features a mosaic fan design crafted in 18k white gold and set with 106 round brilliant E-F-G VVS1-VVS2 diamo...
Diamond, White Gold
Bvlgari Diamond Astrale Earrings
By Bulgari
Located in London, GB
Here we have a lovely pair of earrings from the luxury jewellery designer Bvlgari. The earrings feature 1.10 carats of perfectly matched round brilliant cut diamonds. The elegant des...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Bulgari Divas’ Dream 0.94ct Diamond Earrings With Pave Diamonds 18K White Gold
By Bulgari
Located in Aventura, FL
Divas' Dream earrings in 18 kt white gold set with a diamond and pavé diamonds. Inspired by feminine elegance and by the enchanting allure of the eternal city, the Divas' Dream earRi...
Diamond, White Gold
Bulgari Serpenti Viper Diamond Earrings 18K White Gold
By Bulgari
Located in Dallas, TX
Bulgari Serpenti Viper Diamond Earrings in 18K White Gold. The earrings feature approximately 1.50ctw of brilliant round diamonds, G in color, VS1 in clarity. The earrings measure 1....
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Bulgari Astrale 18K White Gold Diamond and Ceramic Earrings Bvlgari
By Bulgari
Located in Broomall, PA
These Bvlgari Astrale earrings carry a classic design that never goes out of style. Each earring is built from concentric circular motifs that dangle from a Diamond-set top, with spa...
Diamond, White Gold
Contemporary 1.26tcw 14K Gold Double Row Diamond J-Hoop Earrings
Located in Towson, MD
These contemporary 14K yellow gold diamond hoop earrings feature a striking double row design, with two parallel lines of single cut round diamonds tracing the graceful J-hoop silhou...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Contemporary 6.67 TCW Sapphire & 4.50 TCW Diamond Floral White Gold Earrings
Located in Towson, MD
One pair of contemporary 18k white gold blue sapphire and diamond flower earrings set with twenty-four 4.5 x 3.5mm oval sapphires approximately 6.67 total carat weight and ninety-eig...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Contemporary Emerald & Diamond Cluster 14K White Gold Hoop Earrings
Located in Towson, MD
This pair of emerald and diamond cluster hoop earrings is set in 14 karat white gold with a contemporary hoop and dangle design. Two round brilliant cut emeralds, each measuring appr...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold
Contemporary 14 Karat White Gold Diamond Teardrop Pendant Necklace
Located in Towson, MD
Estate 14 karat white gold diamond teardrop pendant necklace set with round brilliant diamonds, totaling approximately 0.16 carats. The pendant is composed of 3 elements suspended in...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
2.20tcw Oval Blue Sapphire and Diamond Halo 14k Yellow Gold Omega Back Earrings
Located in Towson, MD
One pair of 14K yellow gold drop earrings, each set with an oval blue sapphire and finished with a swirling diamond halo. Two oval sapphires, measuring approximately 7.14 to 5.05 mil...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Estate 14K Yellow Gold Aquamarine and Diamond Half Moon Wire Drop Earrings
Located in Towson, MD
This pair of estate 14K yellow gold aquamarine and diamond earrings brings a sculptural, contemporary sensibility to a classic wire drop silhouette. Each earring is fashioned as an o...
Aquamarine, Diamond, 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.
