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 Multi-colored Gem Diamond 'Elisa' Set
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
Gemstones: Diamonds, Amethysts, Tourmalines Carat Weight: 6.0-8.0 carats Color/Clarity: G-H color, VS clarity Creator: Bulgari Metal: 18K Yellow Gold Weight: 56 grams Step into a wo...
Amethyst, Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold
Bulgari Multi-Gemstone and Pearl Beaded Necklace and Bracelet Set
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
A captivating Bulgari necklace and bracelet set, featuring multiple strands of delicately faceted pastel-hued gemstones, including aquamarines, morganites, pink quartz, tourmalines, ...
Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Pearl, 18k Gold
$486,000 / item
Bulgari Contemporary Diamond Emerald Parure Suite
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
Gemstones: Diamonds (Approx. 12-14 carats total); Emerald (Approx. 46-48 carats) Metal: 18k Yellow Gold Creator: Bulgari Weight: Approximately 208.77 grams Era: 2000s Signature: "Bvl...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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
Bulgari Allegra Collection Multi Gemstone Drop Necklace in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
By Bulgari
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This joyful and luxurious necklace from Bulgari’s Allegra Collection is a radiant celebration of color and craftsmanship. Crafted in 18 karat yellow gold, this piece features a playf...
Peridot, Diamond, Blue Topaz, Topaz, Pearl, Multi-gemstone, Iolite, Citr...
Bvlgari Mediterranean Eden Drop Necklace
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k white gold with a Topaz drop-bead, Amethyst beads, and Round Brilliant cut Diamonds. Signed by Bvlgari 15 1/4 - 17 inches long + 2 3/4 inch drop
Amethyst, Topaz, 18k Gold
Bvlgari B.Zero1 Multi-Gem Lavalier Necklace
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k yellow gold with Amethyst, Citrine, Peridot, and Topaz beads as well as Round Brilliant cut Diamonds. Signed by Bvlgari 15 1/4 - 18 inches long + 3 1/4 inch drop
Amethyst, Citrine, Peridot, Topaz, 18k Gold
Bulgari Coral and Diamond Necklace and Earring Set
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
Bulgari Coral and Diamond Necklace and Earring Set This exquisite Bulgari coral and diamond necklace and earrings set embodies timeless elegance. Crafted in 18k yellow gold, the nec...
Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold
Bulgari Allegra Fancy Color Sapphires Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Necklace
By Alex Jona
Located in Lugano, TI
Bulgari certified 18 karat yellow gold necklace set with 25 Fancy color Sapphires, round double rose cut weighing approximately 11.20 carats in total, 7 round brilliant cut diamonds ...
Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, White Diamond, Diamond, 18k Go...
Bvlgari B.Zero1 Multi-Gem Lavalier Necklace
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k white gold with Amethyst and Topaz beads as well as Round Brilliant cut Diamonds. Signed by Bvlgari 15 1/2 - 18 inches long + 3 inch drop
Amethyst, Topaz, 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.
