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 B.Zero1 18K Rose Large Rose Gold Hoop Earring
By Bulgari
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU AT-2459 Date 2015 Model B.Zero1 Metal 18k Rose Gold Weight 21.6 g Width 3 cm Condition Excellent __________________________________ If you are interested in any of our previously...
18k Gold, Rose Gold
Bulgari Rose Gold Diamond Serpenti Earrings 2.06 Carat
By Bulgari
Located in Mayfair, London, London
An 18k rose gold pair of diamond earrings by Bvlgari from the Serpenti collection. The earrings are in the shape of the iconic Bvlgari Serpenti snake set wit...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
$5,171
BULGARI Revamping
By Bulgari
Located in PARIS, FR
BVLGARI earrings in 18k rose gold and diamonds. Condition: excellent condition. Length: 4.2 cm. Motif width: 2 cm. Diamond weight: approximately 0.20 carats. Total weight: 13.08 g....
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Mattioli Hiroko Collection Big hoops earrings in 18k Rose Gold
By Mattioli
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
Mattioli Hiroko Collection Big earrings in 18k rose gold If not in stock, manufacture time 4 weeks HIROKO COLLECTION The timeless beauty of Sakura flowers in 18k gold Mattioli’s sk...
18k Gold, Rose Gold
Mattioli Hiroko Collection small hoops earrings in 18k Rose Gold
By Mattioli
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
Mattioli Hiroko Collection Small earrings in 18k rose gold If not in stock, manufacture time 4 weeks HIROKO COLLECTION The timeless beauty of Sakura flowers in 18k gold Mattioli’s ...
18k Gold, Rose Gold
Mattioli Hiroko Collection big hoops earrings in 18k Rose Gold
By Mattioli
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
Mattioli Hiroko Collection Big earrings in 18k rose gold or with 2,16 ct. brown diamonds/ 2,24 ct. white diamonds If not in stock, manufacture time 4 weeks HIROKO COLLECTION The t...
Diamond, White Diamond, Brown Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Mattioli Hiroko Collection small hoops earrings in 18k Rose Gold
By Mattioli
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
Mattioli Hiroko Collection Earrings in 18k rose gold or with 1,13 ct. brown diamonds/1,19 ct. white diamonds If not in stock, manufacture time 4 weeks HIROKO COLLECTION The timeles...
Diamond, White Diamond, Brown Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Cartier Juste un Clou 18K Rose Gold Hoop Large Model Earrings
By Cartier
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU 33301163 Comes With Full Set (Box + Card) Date 2017 RRP £5,150 Incl. Taxes / €5,800 Incl. Taxes / $5,350 Excl. Taxes Model B8301211 Serial Number BY**** Metal 18k Rose Gold Weigh...
Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Bvlgari B.zero1 18 Carat White Gold Small Hoop Earrings
By Bulgari
Located in London, GB
A modern and chic pair of hoop earrings by luxury jewellery designer, Bulgari, from one of their most iconic collections, B.zero1. The gorgeous earrings are exquisitely crafted in l...
Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Diana M. 18 kt rose gold inside-out hoop earrings adorned with 9.50 cts
By Diana M. Jewels
Located in New York, NY
18 kt rose gold inside-out hoop earrings adorned with 9.50 cts tw of round diamonds (32 stones) Diana M. is a leading supplier of top-quality fine jewelry for over 35 years. Diana M ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Bvlgari BZero 18 Karat Rose Gold Cuff Bangle Bracelet New Box & Papers
By Bulgari
Located in Boca Raton, FL
This Bvlgari B.Zero1 cuff bangle bracelet is crafted in radiant 18K rose gold and showcases the iconic spiral design inspired by Rome’s Colosseum—a bold symbol of modern Italian styl...
Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Tiffany & Co. Atlas Medallion 18 Karat Rose Gold Hoop Earrings
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Boca Raton, FL
These Tiffany & Co. Atlas Medallion hoop earrings are crafted in luminous 18K rose gold and feature the collection’s signature Roman numeral motif, inspired by the iconic Atlas clock...
Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Bvlgari B.zero1 Legend Gold 18 Karat Rose Gold Ring with Diamonds Size 55 B&P NE
By Bulgari
Located in Boca Raton, FL
This stunning New Bvlgari B.zero1 Legend ring is crafted in luxurious 18K rose gold and accented with brilliant-cut diamonds for a touch of refined sparkle. Featuring the iconic spir...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Bvlgari B.Zero1 Diamond Black Ceramic 18K Rose Gold Ring Size 6 (52) NEW B&P's
By Bulgari
Located in Boca Raton, FL
The Bvlgari B.Zero1 diamond and black ceramic ring is a striking blend of modern elegance and timeless luxury. Crafted from 18K rose gold, it features a sleek black ceramic band enci...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Bvlgari B-Zero Three Row Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Band Ring Size 52 (US 6)
By Bulgari
Located in Boca Raton, FL
An iconic expression of modern Italian luxury, this 18K yellow gold Bvlgari B.Zero1 diamond band features the collection’s signature architectural design in a bold three-row silhouet...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Bvlgari B.Zero1 Diamond White Ceramic 18KRG Band Ring B&P's Size 54 (US 7) NEW
By Bulgari
Located in Boca Raton, FL
The Bvlgari B.Zero1 diamond and white ceramic band ring is a stunning fusion of modern style and classic luxury. Crafted from 18K rose gold, it features a smooth white ceramic band a...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose 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.
