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.
Passo Doppio Pearl Earrings by Bulgari
By Bulgari
Located in Bethesda, MD
Timeless elegance meets vintage luxury with these authentic Bulgari Passo Doppio Pearl Earrings. Crafted in 18kt yellow gold, this iconic design from the 1980s showcases the brand's ...
Pearl, 18k Gold
Vintage 1990s Bvlgari Pearl Drop Earrings
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k yellow gold with cultured pearls. Signed by Bvlgari Circa 1990s 1 3/16 x 1/2 inches
Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold
Bulgari Diamond Pearl Earrings 18K Yellow Gold South Sea Pearl 1980s
By Bulgari
Located in Fairfield, CT
Bulgari Diamond Pearl Earrings 18K Yellow Gold South Sea Pearl 1980s These Bulgari earrings are made in 18k yellow gold and set with white South Sea pearls framed within octagonal ...
Diamond, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
$4,500
W 0.36 in L 0.99 in
Bulgari 18k Gold Vintage Pearl Drop Earrings circa 1990's Clip or Post option
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
Original Bulgari Pearl Earrings Made in Italy circa 1990's 18k Yellow Gold approx weight 14 grams Earring Size: approx 1' inch high. Pearl size...
Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Diamond Akoya Pearl Earrings 14k Yellow Gold 0.12 TCW Women Certified
By Enrico Kassini
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Fine Quality Akoya Pearl Diamond Drop Earrings 14k Gold 9.4 mm Women Certified $1,199 721760 This is a Unique Custom Made Glamorous Piece of Jewelry! Nothing says, “I Love you” mor...
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14 Karat Yellow Gold Pearl and Diamond Earrings #18983
By Omega
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14 Karat Yellow Gold Pearl and Diamond Earrings These elegant pearl earrings each feature one round pearl (15 mm) and five round brilliant cut diamonds set in brushed 14K yellow gol...
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Bulgari Vintage Gold Bead Drop Clip Earrings
By Bulgari
Located in Greenwich, CT
With six strands of cascading gold bead drops, these buzz worthy Bulgari vintage clip 18 karat yellow gold earrings are incomparable. Signed Bulgari. Circa 1985-90. 1 3/4" in heig...
Gold, 18k Gold
Paspaley 18ct Yellow Gold Australian South Sea Pearl Shepherd Hook Earrings 5.4g
By Paspaley
Located in SYDNEY, NSW
A timeless pair of Paspaley Shepherd Hook earrings crafted in 18ct yellow gold, showcasing the Maison’s signature Keel Edge design. Featuring near round Australian South Sea pearls, ...
South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Bulgari Mother-of-Pearl Optical Ear Stud Earrings 18K Yellow Gold Vintage Italy
By Bulgari
Located in Lisbon, PT
Bulgari Mother-of-Pearl “Optical” Ear Stud Earrings in 18K Yellow Gold, Late 20th – Early 21st Century, Italy, with Bulgari Box. An emblem of timeless Italian sophistication, these ...
Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Elizabeth Rand Freshwater Pearl Diamond Dangle Earrings Yellow Gold 18k .28ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Brand: Elizabeth Rand Metal Content: 18k Yellow Gold Stone Information Cultured Freshwater Pearl Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .28ctw Cut: Round Brilliant Color: E - F Clarity: VS1 ...
Diamond, Freshwater Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Edwardian 14K Gold Pearl Drop Earrings, Circa 1900
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Elegant antique earrings dating to the late Victorian to early Edwardian period, circa 1890s–1910s. Crafted in solid 14K yellow gold, these refined earrings feature circular forms ac...
Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Boucheron Paris 18k Gold Diamond Ribbed Drop Earrings, Circa 1980s
By Boucheron
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Boucheron Paris 18k yellow gold and diamond clip earrings, circa 1980s, designed with a bold ribbed gold form and pavé diamond centers. Each earring features a fluted oval top above ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian 14k Gold Enamel Seed Pearl Mechanical Drop Earrings
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
These Victorian 14k gold enamel and seed pearl drop earrings date to the late 19th century and feature an Etruscan Revival design with articulated movement. Each earring is composed of a shield shaped upper section accented with black and white enamel, small seed pearls, applied gold beadwork, and engraved detailing. Suspended below are three tapered gold drops, each connected by small articulated links that allow movement when worn. The combination of enamel, seed pearls, decorative goldwork, and pendant drops reflects the design language associated with Victorian gold jewelry...
Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Cartier Earrings 18k Gold Shell Design
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
DESIGNER: Cartier CIRCA: 1990s MATERIALS: 18k Yellow Gold WEIGHT: 19.1 grams MEASUREMENTS: 13/16" x 5/8" HALLMARKS: Cartier ITEM DETAILS: A pair of glossy Cartier earrings, crafted ...
18k Gold
Vintage Henry Dunay 18k Gold Hammered Shell Motif Clip Earrings
By Henry Dunay
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
These vintage Henry Dunay earrings are crafted in 18k yellow gold and feature a sculptural shell motif with a rounded folded fan form. The design is built with layered, curved ridges...
Gold, 18k Gold
18K Gold Tahitian Pearl Drop Earrings
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
CIRCA: 1990s MATERIALS: 18k Gold, Enamel GEMSTONE: Pearl WEIGHT: 12.5 Grams MEASUREMENT: 5/8" x 1 1/2" ITEM DETAILS: These 18K gold earrings featuring Tahitian pearls. The des...
Pearl, 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.
