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.
$120,000Sale Price|20% Off
Bvlgari 11 Carat Diamond 18k White Gold Lucea Choker Necklace
By Bulgari
Located in Chicago, IL
This magnificent Bvlgari Lucea choker necklace, weighing approximately 11 carats in diamonds, stands as a masterwork of Italian craftsmanship. Expertly rendered in lustrous 18k white...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Bulgari Parentesi Diamond 18k White Gold Choker Necklace
By Bulgari
Located in Chicago, IL
Elevate your jewelry collection with this sophisticated Bulgari Parentesi choker necklace, a quintessential example of Italian luxury design. Expertly crafted in gleaming 18k white g...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
$48,000Sale Price|20% Off
Bvlgari Parentesi 18K Gold Diamond Necklace
By Bulgari
Located in Chicago, IL
An iconic and sophisticated creation by Bvlgari, this Parentesi necklace is a striking example of the house’s bold Italian design and architectural inspiration. Crafted in luxurious ...
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
$43,840Sale Price|20% Off
Bulgari 18K Gold 7 Carat Diamond Necklace
By Bulgari
Located in Chicago, IL
An extraordinary Bulgari necklace from the iconic Astrale collection, masterfully crafted in 18 karat gold and set with a breathtaking 7 carat diamond as its centerpiece. Weighing an...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Bulgari Lucea Diamond White Gold Pendant Necklace
By Bulgari
Located in Southampton, PA
18k White Gold Diamond Lucea Pendant Necklace by Bulgari. With 70 round cut diamonds total weight approx 1.40ct VS1 clarity, G color Details: Measurements: Chain: Length adjustabl...
Diamond, White Gold
Bvlgari 2 Carat Diamond Parentesi 18k White Gold Necklace
By Bulgari
Located in Chicago, IL
Elevate your collection with this iconic Bvlgari Parentesi necklace, a masterpiece of Italian craftsmanship defined by its signature modular architecture. This sophisticated choker i...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Cartier Platinum Diamond Choker Necklace, 60.00ct D Color VVS Clarity
By Cartier
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A luxurious platinum Cartier diamond necklace. The necklace comprises of a choker style with 68 platinum collet strands with 306 round brilliant cut diamonds each set in a rubover se...
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage Bulgari Astrale Cerch Diamond Necklace in White Gold
By Bulgari
Located in London, England
A beautiful vintage Bulgari Astrale Cerchi diamond necklace set in 18k white gold.
The necklace features circular openwork motifs set with round brilliant-cut diamonds, formin...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Unavailable|$9,950
BVLGARI White Gold Diamond Diva's Dream Pendant
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
BVLGARI White Gold Diamond Diva's Dream Pendant PRIMARY DETAILS SKU: 146546 Listing Title: BVLGARI White Gold Diamond Diva's Dream Pendant Condition Description: BVLGARI’s Divas’ Dr...
White Gold
$8,770
H 0.1 in W 0.19 in L 17.5 in
Bvlgari Vintage 18K White Gold Chain Necklace 20.9 Grams 17.5 Inch Long
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
Designer: BVLGARI Detailed Description: Vintage 18K White Gold Chain Necklace by Bvlgari - Edgy Style DESCRIPTION: This vintage Bvlgari ne...
18k Gold, White Gold
Bvlgari Astrale 18K White Gold 3.25ct Diamond Necklace BV06-060426
By Bulgari
Located in Southampton, PA
Contemporary design elements make this Bvlgari Astrale necklace incredibly chic. Crafted from 18K White Gold, sleek orbs are beautifully balan...
Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
Bvlgari Bvlgari 18K White Gold Diamond Necklace BV02-060426
By Bulgari
Located in Southampton, PA
This Bvlgari Bvlgari necklace exudes timeless luxury. Circular accents are elevated by the brand name around the perimeter. Sparkling inset Diamonds provide additional elegance. Craf...
Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
Bvlgari Serpenti 18K White Gold 14.03ct Diamond Necklace BV18-051926
By Bulgari
Located in Southampton, PA
This Bvlgari Serpenti necklace is incredibly chic. Elegant enough for even your most special occasions, trapezoidal step-cut Diamonds with a total weight of 14.03 carats make it simp...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Aaron Basha 18K White Gold 13.25ct Black and White Diamond Choker Necklace
By Aaron Basha
Located in Southampton, PA
This choker style necklace from Aaron Basha is simple, elegant, and incredibly chic. The sleek 18K White Gold setting features a double row of black Diamonds with a total weight of 3...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Roberto Coin 18K White Gold 2.50ct Diamond Choker Necklace RC05-040826
By Roberto Coin
Located in Southampton, PA
Sleek 18K White Gold links with textured edges come together to create this striking Roberto Coin choker necklace. On the central links, inset Diamonds with a total weight of 2.50 ca...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
18K White Gold 33.0ct Diamond Necklace
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
Add elegance to any ensemble with this stunning luxury necklace. Square-cut Diamonds with a total weight of 33.0 carats give this impressive piece a distinctly modern aesthetic. Set ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White 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.
