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 18K Yellow Gold Link Necklace
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
Bold and substantial, this necklace features an intricate arrangement of interlocking, high-polish gold links that create a rich, woven effect. The dimensional construction gives the...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
BULGARI 18K Yellow Gold 3-Row Diamond Celtaura Necklace
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
An exceptional creation from Bulgari’s iconic Celtaura collection, this 18K yellow gold necklace celebrates the bold geometry and fluid movement that define the house’s signature sty...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
BULGARI 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Necklace, Pigna Collection
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
A magnificent creation from the celebrated Italian house, this Bulgari necklace from the Pigna Collection embodies the bold sensuality and sculptural geometry that defined the brand’...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
TIFFANY & CO. 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Necklace
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
A luminous testament to refinement and craftsmanship, this exceptional Tiffany & Co. necklace embodies the brand's dedication to timeless design. Composed of approximately 655 brilli...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
CARTIER 18K Yellow Gold Double “C” Necklace and Bracelet
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
A sophisticated creation from CARTIER, this necklace and bracelet suite is fashioned in 18k yellow gold, designed with repeating openwork Double “C” links—an emblem of timeless refin...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
CARTIER 18K Yellow Gold Baguette and Round Diamond Riviere Necklace
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
A vintage Cartier riviere necklace featuring beautifully curated and meticulously calibrated diamonds throughout. Designed in 18k yellow gold, the collar-length serpent chain is fash...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Bvlgari Monete 18K Yellow Gold Ancient Greek Coin Pendant Necklace
By Bulgari
Located in Feasterville, PA
Bvlgari 18k Yellow Gold Monete Necklace. Crafted with historical reverence, this necklace embodies Bvlgari's fusion of ancient artistry and modern elegance. The substantial curb-link...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Bulgari Antique Coin Monete Diamond Yellow Gold Link Chain Necklace
By Bulgari
Located in Southampton, PA
18k yellow gold and diamonds ancient coin of Roman Emperor Augustus on a link chain necklace by Bulgari. With Avgustus C. Augusto 27 d.c. - 14 d.c. Cistoforo 23mm 12 baguette diamo...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Bvlgari 18K Yellow Gold Monete 3cm Coin Necklace
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
This elegant Monete necklace by Bvlgari captures the house’s celebrated ability to merge ancient history with refined modern design. Crafted in 18K yellow gold, the pendant features ...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Bvlgari ‘Monete’ American 1806 Half Eagle Liberty Gold Coin Necklace
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
Bvlgari ‘Monete’ American Gold Coin Necklace In 18K Yellow Gold. The necklace features very rare 1806 Half Eagle Liberty coin stationed in the center, bezel set in 18k yellow gold...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
Bvlgari Bulgari Antique Coin Monete 38" Long Yellow Gold Link Chain Necklace
By Bulgari
Located in Southampton, PA
18k Yellow Gold Ancient Antique Coin Monete 38" Long Link Necklace by Bulgari. The Bvlgari 18k Yellow Gold Antique Coin Monete 38" Link Necklace showcases ancient coin set within a...
Yellow Gold
Rare Bulgari Vintage 18k Gold Coin Necklace, 1970s with Roman Imperial Gallienus
By Bulgari
Located in Roma, IT
Rare Bulgari Vintage 18k Gold Coin Necklace, 1970s - Roman Imperial Gallienus Coins A prestigious and rare Bulgari vintage coin necklace craft...
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.
