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.
Bulgari's Divas' Dream Colored Gem Necklace
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
Carat Weight: Diamonds - 4.00-4.30 cts. Color/Clarity: G-H color, VS clarity Creator: Bvlgari Metal: 18k rose gold Weight: 54 grams Era: Contemporary Condition: Used - Previously own...
Diamond, Rubelite, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
BVLGARI Rose Gold Diamond Diva's Dream Pendant
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
BVLGARI Rose Gold Diamond Diva's Dream Pendant PRIMARY DETAILS SKU: 156280 Listing Title: BVLGARI Rose Gold Diamond Diva's Dream Pendant Condition Description: Born on Rome's Via Co...
Rose Gold
BULGARI B.Zero1 Necklace in 18K Rose Gold with Diamonds, Circa 2020
By Bulgari
Located in PARIS, FR
BVLGARI B.Zero1 necklace in 18k rose gold and diamonds. Retail price: €15,000. Condition: excellent condition. Chain length: 38 - 41.5 - 45 cm. Pendant height: 1.5 cm. Diamond weig...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
BVLGARI Bulgari B.zero1 Diamond Pendant 18K Rose Gold Necklace
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
An iconic Bulgari B.zero1 diamond pendant necklace finely crafted in 18 karat rose gold, set with pavé set brilliant-cut diamonds. Inspired by the enduring form of Rome’s Colosseum,...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Bvlgari Divas' Dream Diamond Necklace
By Bulgari
Located in London, GB
Here we have a gorgeous necklace from the world renowned Italian jewellery house of Bvlgari. This contemporary piece has been crafted from 18ct rose gold and features a fan-shaped pe...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Bulgari Intarsio Diamond Mother of Pearl Rose Gold Necklace
By Bulgari
Located in Southampton, PA
A rare and captivating creation from BVLGARI, this Intarsio Necklace showcases the Maison’s exceptional mastery of color, materials, and Italian craftsmanship. Expertly crafted in 18...
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
$40,320Sale Price|20% Off
Bulgari Bvlgari Serpenti Diamond 18K Rose Gold Choker Necklace Full Set
By Bulgari
Located in Chicago, IL
An iconic Bulgari Bvlgari Serpenti necklace crafted in luxurious 18 karat rose gold, embodying the sensual elegance and unmistakable design language that has made the Serpenti collec...
Diamond, Rose Gold
BVLGARI Fiorever Large Pendant Necklace in Rose Gold with Full Diamond Pavé
Located in Guangzhou, CN
Bvlgari Fiorever Large Flower Pendant Necklace in 18K Rose Gold with Full Diamond Pavé and Central Ruby. Purchased in 2022, complete with original box, certificate and invoice. Origi...
Rose Gold
Bulgari Bvlgari Serpenti Pave Diamond Rubellite Rose Gold Large Pendant Necklace
By Bulgari
Located in Southampton, PA
18k Rose Gold Pave Diamond Rubellite Large Serpenti Pendant Necklace by Bulgari. This necklace come with service paper from the Bulgari store and a Bulgari box. Retail Price: $39,30...
Diamond, Rubelite, Rose Gold
Bvlgari Bulgari Diva Dream Diamond Peridot Rose Gold Necklace
By Bulgari
Located in Southampton, PA
18k Rose Gold Diamond Peridot Pink Tourmalines Topaz Diva Dream Necklace by Bulgari. With rRound brilliant cut diamonds Oval shape peridot Pear sh...
Diamond, Peridot, Rose Gold
Cartier Vintage 18K Yellow & White Gold Interlocking Double Band Ring Sz 7
By Cartier
Located in Feasterville, PA
A captivating Cartier Vintage Double Band Ring, embodying timeless elegance. Crafted in France circa 1994, this ring features two substantial interlocking bands, one in 18k yellow g...
18k Gold, White 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.
