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.
Bvlgari Allegra Multi-Gemstone Pearl and Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Pendant Necklac
By Bulgari
Located in Guangzhou, CN
A breathtaking and iconic authentic Bvlgari pendant necklace from the celebrated Allegra collection, embodying the Maison's legendary passion for vibrant color, geometric harmony, an...
Bulgari Allegra Pearls Diamonds & Multi-gemstone Necklace
By Bulgari
Located in Flushing, NY
Bulgari Allegra Pearls Diamonds & Multi-gemstone Necklace Bulgari Allegra necklace crafted in yellow gold Features Pearls and Colored gemstones Elegantly set with brilliant-cut...
Amethyst, Citrine, Diamond, Pearl, Peridot, Topaz, Tourmaline, Gold, Yel...
$55,750
W 0.5 in L 15.5 in
Bulgari 2000's Pearl Multi-Gem Diamond 18K Gold Contemporary Allegra Necklace
By Bulgari
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as two rows of fancy hinged link chain featuring an array of gemstones prong and bar set throughout Gemstones consist of pink and green tourmaline, citrine, blue and pink to...
Citrine, Diamond, Iolite, Pearl, Peridot, Topaz, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k G...
Bvlgari Allegra 18k Yellow Gold Pearls Diamonds & Multi-Gemstone Necklace
By Bulgari
Located in Guangzhou, CN
Embodying Bvlgari's signatures of bold Italian glamour and euphoric color composition, this authentic double-strand necklace originates from the iconic Allegra Collection.
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 Allegra Multi-Gemstone Pearl and Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Pendant Necklac
By Bulgari
Located in Guangzhou, CN
A breathtaking and iconic authentic Bvlgari pendant necklace from the celebrated Allegra collection, embodying the Maison's legendary passion for vibrant color, geometric harmony, an...
Bvlgari Diamond Pearl 18K Gold Bulgari Circle Drop Necklace
By Bulgari
Located in Miami, FL
Adore this delightful Bvlgari Diamond Gold Necklace. This Diamond pearl Diamond Drop necklace is crafted in 18-karat white gold, with square and circular diamond motifs. The gleami...
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold
Akoya Pearl Necklace with Multicolor Sapphires 18K Yellow Gold
Located in BILBAO, ES
Vibrant and feminine, this elegant necklace is crafted in 18 karat yellow gold and composed of 28 lustrous Akoya pearls, each measuring approximately 9.5 to 10 mm. The design is enh...
Pearl, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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
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
Cartier Sapphire Amethyst Diamond Caresse d'Orchidees Necklace
By Cartier
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Cartier "Caresse d'Orchidées" necklace in 18k white gold, featuring three central orchid flowers pavé-set with brilliant-cut diamonds, blue sapphires and amethyst. Circa 2010. Signa...
Amethyst, Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Peggy Guiness Gold Bead Multi-Gemstone Necklace
By Peggy Stephaich Guinness
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Peggy Stephaich Guinness bead collar necklace, designed with ten free-form hammered beads in 24k yellow gold accented by three silver beads be...
Citrine, Emerald, Garnet, Multi-gemstone, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold,...
Cartier 18k Yellow Gold Juste un Clou Classic Torque Necklace
By Cartier
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Designed for Cartier New York in the 1970s, the Juste un Clou Classic Torque Necklace transforms a simple, everyday nail into an audacious and iconic piece of high jewelry. This 18k ...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Elizabeth Locke 19k Gold Toggle Necklace
By Elizabeth Locke
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Elizabeth Locke 19k Gold Toggle Necklace
Gold, Yellow Gold
45ct Mixed-Cut Diamond Fringe Necklace
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Diamond fringe necklace in 18k white gold, featuring alternating lines of fine pear, marquise, and emerald-cut diamonds, the design graduating from larger-sized diamonds in front to ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
Cartier 18k Gold Mabe Pearl Diamond Earrings
By Cartier
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Elevate your collection with these exquisite authentic Cartier earrings, circa 1980. Crafted in luxurious 18k yellow gold, each piece centers on a radiant 14mm mabe cultured pearl bo...
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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