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 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
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 Divas Dream Diamond Long Pendant Necklace 18K White Gold Fan Motif
By Bulgari
Located in Chicago, IL
An elegant and highly recognizable Bvlgari Divas' Dream necklace, masterfully crafted in 18K white gold and fully set with shimmering diamonds. The design reflects the maison’s iconi...
Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
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
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 Maillon Panthère Diamond White Gold Necklace
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
Exude timeless elegance with this sophisticated Cartier Maillon Panthère diamond necklace. Crafted in luminous 18k white gold, this exquisite piece from the iconic Maillon Panthère c...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White 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
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
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 1.00 Carat Round Brilliant Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Collar Necklace
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
Designer: BVLGARI Title: Bvlgari 1.00 Carat Round Brilliant F VS Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Collar Necklace Style: Collar Metal: 18 Karat White Gold Gemstone 1: 1 Carat Diamond Numb...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Bulgari Diamond Serpenti Necklace in 18kt White Gold
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
Carat Weight: Approximately 75.50 carats Color/Clarity: D-F color, VVS-VS clarity Size: Approximately 16 inches (40.64 cm) Creator: Bulgari Metal: 18k white gold Weight: 171.60 grams...
Diamond, White Gold
Bvlgari Diamond Corona Necklace 1.02 Carat GIA Certified
By Bulgari
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A stunning 18k white gold Bvlgari diamond necklace from the corona collection. The necklace comprises of a round brilliant cut diamond in a ra...
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.
