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 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 Milano Bvlgari-Bvlgari Pendant Necklace 18Kt White Gold and VS Diamonds
By Bulgari
Located in Miami, FL
A Bvlgari-Bvlgari necklace chain designed by Bvlgari. This is a beautiful contemporary necklace-chain created in Italy by the jewelry house of Bvlgari, back in the 2000's. The neck...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, White Gold, 18k Gold
Bulgari Cerchi Astrale 18k Gold Diamond Pendant Necklace
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
Original Astrale Cerchi Necklace by Bulgari, adorned with approx. 1.40ctw G/VS diamonds. Necklace is adjustable 15", 16, 17' inches Pendant size: Large circle approx 20 mm Dangle pa...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Bulgari Diamond Necklace in 18K Gold Art Deco aesthetic Elysium Collection
By Bulgari
Located in Dallas, TX
Exceptionally stylish Bulgari diamond necklace from Elysium collection showcasing 8 carats of fine white diamonds set in 18 karat gold. The ne...
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
Bvlgari Parentesi Series Necklace, Stainless Steel with Diamond Inlay
By Bulgari
Located in Guangzhou, CN
Bvlgari Parentesi Series Necklace, Stainless Steel with Diamond Inlay
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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
Bvlgari 18k Gold and Diamond Convertible Necklace and Bracelet
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
Bvlgari 18k Gold and Diamond Convertible Necklace and Bracelet This piece can be converted into either a necklace or two bracelets Total weight: 45.4 grams As a necklace: Inner ci...
Diamond, 18k Gold
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
Bvlgari Diamond Astrale Necklace
By Bulgari
Located in London, GB
Here we have a truly wonderful diamond necklace from the luxury jewellery designer Bvlgari. The necklace forms part of the Astrale collection and features a concentric design that is...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White 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
Cartier Agrafe Diamond and Pearl Necklace
By Cartier
Located in Bethesda, MD
Cartier Agrafe Diamond and Pearl Necklace: an exquisite luxury piece featuring 244 round diamonds E-F Color VVS totaling approximately 8.47 carats set in 18k white gold. This sophist...
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold
Fiore Five Station Diamond Necklace
By Pampillonia
Located in Bethesda, MD
From the master Jewelers of Pampillonia, our Fiore five station diamond necklace. The Fiore motif is taken directly from the original Van Cleef & Ar...
Diamond, 18k Gold
A Link Diamond Riviera Necklace
By A Link
Located in Bethesda, MD
Stunning classic graduated Diamond Riviera Necklace designed by A Link & Co. The necklace features 115 shimmering diamonds weighing 9.97 cara...
Diamond
Movado Diamond Circle Pendant Necklace
By Movado
Located in Bethesda, MD
From Movado, a diamond circle necklace. ♦ Designer: Mavado ♦ Metal: 18 karat ♦ 83 Diamonds weighing 1 carat ♦ Pendant 35mm wide ♦ 1 mm necklace 16 inches ♦ Packaging:Mavado travel fo...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Cartier LOVE Pendant 2 Diamonds
By Cartier
Located in Bethesda, MD
The Cartier LOVE Pendant 2 Diamonds is a timeless luxury piece from the iconic LOVE collection, originally created in New York in 1969. Crafted in 18K yellow gold, this elegant penda...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Bulgari Divas’ Dream Diamond Earrings
By Bulgari
Located in Bethesda, MD
Bulgari Divas' Dream Diamond Earrings feature luxurious 18 kt yellow gold craftsmanship with a stunning center diamond complemented by 0.94 carats of pavé-set diamonds. These elegant...
Diamond, 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.
