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 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
BVLGARI Roma Parentesi Necklace 18Kt White Gold With 7.24 Ctw Diamonds & Topaz
By Bulgari
Located in Miami, FL
A necklace designed by Bvlgari. Beautiful Parentesi necklace-chain created in Roma Italy by the jewelry house of Bvlgari. This colorful necklace with pendant has been crafted in sol...
Diamond, Blue Topaz, White Diamond, Topaz, Gold, White Gold, 18k Gold
MODERNIST Pendant Necklace-Chain In Platinum With Graduated VVS White Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
Pendant necklace in platinum with diamonds. This is a classic modernist pendant necklace-chain crafted in solid .900/.999 platinum with polished finish and embellished with five nat...
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
CARTIER Paris Extra Large Trinity Roller Necklace In 18Kt Gold With VVS Diamonds
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Large trinity necklace designed by Cartier. This is the iconic extra-large trinity necklace, created in Paris France by the jewelry house of Cartier. This modernist ultimate necklac...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Slider Necklace-Watch In Platinum 18Kt Gold Wood And Diamonds
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Miami, FL
Necklace watch designed by Van Cleef & Arpels. This is a gorgeous masterpiece created in Paris France by the iconic jewelry house of Van Cleef & Arpels, back in the 1980. This beaut...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, White Gold, Platinum, 18k Gold
BULGARI Milano "Cicladi" Kinetic Circles Pendant Necklace In 18Kt White Gold
By Bulgari
Located in Miami, FL
Kinetic Cicladi necklace chain designed by Bvlgari. This is a beautiful necklace-chain created in Italy by the jewelry house of Bvlgari, around the 1990-2000. The necklace is kinetic and part of the Cicladi collection, and has been crafted with links-chain made up in solid white gold of 18 karats with polished finish. The iconic chain is fitted with a lobster security lock and three stations to adjust the length and made it shorter or longer. Country: Milano-Roma, Italy. Period: Modernist, 1990-2000. Collection: Cicladi. Weight: 15.60 Grams, (10.15 Dwt). Length: The maximum is 18 Inches, (45 Cm). Measurements: 33 mm by 17 mm by 5 mm (1.30 x 0.67 x 0.20 Inches). Hallmarks: Stamped with Italian marks; the maker's mark, the mark for the assay and warranty of the 18kt gold, the seven-digits serial numbers and signed in full as follows, "BVLGARI .750 MADE IN ITALY 18KT 2137AL". The House of Bvlgari The company was founded in the late 19th century by Sotirio Bulgari, who was born in 1857 in Greece and was descended from a talented family of silversmiths. In 1884 he opened his first shop in Rome on the Via Sistina, and then in 1905 he moved to the actual flag's store in Via dei Condotti. Upon Sotirio’s death in 1932 his sons, Giorgio and Costantino, took over the business. They are credited with creating the highly distinctive ‘Bvlgari’ style, inspired by Greek and Roman classicism revival, the Italian Renaissance, and the 19th century Roman school of goldsmiths. The 1970s marked the beginning of Bulgari’s international expansion with the opening of stores in New York (the first overseas), Paris, Geneva and Monte Carlo. Collateral: This Bvlgari Cicladi necklace...
Gold, White Gold, 18k Gold
Bvlgari Pyramid 18K White Gold 0.65ct Diamond Pendant BV10-060326
By Bulgari
Located in Southampton, PA
This Bvlgari Pyramid pendant is ideal for anyone who appreciates timeless luxury. The bold, contemporary design is elevated by sparkling Diamon...
Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
Bvlgari 18ct White Gold Divas’ Dream Necklace 0.45ct 5.41g
By Bulgari
Located in SYDNEY, NSW
An authentic Bvlgari Divas’ Dream 18ct white gold necklace, crafted in lustrous 18ct white gold and set with round brilliant cut diamonds totalling approximately 0.45 carats. This el...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Bvlgari 18K White Gold Diamond Pendant Necklace with Certificate
By Bulgari
Located in Chicago, IL
This elegant Bvlgari diamond necklace is a refined expression of Italian luxury design, crafted in luminous 18 karat white gold and accompanied by its original certificate of authent...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 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 Diva Dream diamond pendant model number 351099
By Bulgari
Located in Addlestone, GB
Bulgari Diamond Dream Diva pendant. Inspired by feminine elegance and the allure of the Eternal city, this is a must have for any Glamorous Diva!! 18ct white gold, the fan shaped ...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Stunning Bvlgari 18 Karat White Gold Diamond Pendant Chain Necklace
By Bulgari
Located in Switzerland, CH
Fine Bvlgari signature necklace Flexible geometric-designed pendant Length adjustable Security closures 18K white gold chain necklace with fixed pend...
Diamond, 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.
