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 B.Zero1 Diamond Black Ceramic and 18k Rose Gold Four-Band Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
Exude timeless sophistication with this iconic Bvlgari B.Zero1 four-band ring, a masterpiece of contemporary Italian design. Crafted from luxurious 18k rose gold, this striking piece...
Diamond, Rose Gold
Cartier Trinity Classic Bracelet 18K Three Color Gold Iconic Bangle Cuff
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
A timeless symbol of elegance and enduring style, this Cartier Trinity Classic Bracelet is one of the Maison’s most celebrated and recognizable creations. Crafted in luxurious 18 kar...
Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Love Pave Diamond Rose Gold Band Ring
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
This exquisite Cartier Love Pave Diamond Band Ring captures the timeless elegance and iconic design synonymous with the renowned Parisian maison. Crafted in lustrous 18k rose gold, t...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Bvlgari Tourmaline 18K Yellow Gold Ring
By Bulgari
Located in Chicago, IL
Experience the elegance of Bvlgari with this stunning 750 gold ring. Featuring a 20mm wide top and a versatile size 6.5 (adjustable to fit), this exquisite piece weighs a substantial...
Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Bvlgari Serpenti Tubogas Diamond Rose Gold Watch
By Bulgari
Located in Chicago, IL
Experience the captivating allure of this Bvlgari Serpenti Tubogas watch, a masterpiece of Italian jewelry and horological design. Crafted in luxurious 18k rose gold, this iconic pie...
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Cartier Love Diamond 18k Rose Gold Bangle Bracelet
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
Exuding timeless elegance and iconic design, this authentic Cartier Love bangle bracelet is a masterclass in luxury jewelry. Expertly crafted in rich 18k rose gold, the piece showcas...
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Bvlgari B.Zero1 18k Rose Gold Black Ceramic Ring Size 55
By Bulgari
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU 33301140 Comes With Full Set (Box + Card) Date 2022 RRP £1,940 Incl. Taxes / €2,300 Incl. Taxes / $2,080 Excl. Taxes Model 345853 Serial Number RT**** Metal 18k Rose Gold Weight ...
Rose Gold, Gold, 18k Gold
Bvlgari — B.zero1 Ring, Black Ceramic and 18-Carat Rose Gold (Four-Band)
By Bulgari
Located in London, GB
Bvlgari, B.zero1. A four-band ring, the central spiral body in polished black ceramic set between two rims in 18-carat rose gold, each engraved with the doubled BVLGARI·BVLGARI signa...
Rose Gold
Bvlgari B.Zero 1 18k Rose Gold Spiral Black Ceramic Ring
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
BVLGARI B.ZERO 1 -Material: 18k Rose Gold with Black Ceramic -Size: 60/9 -Thickness: 12mm -Weight: 11gr Pristine, like-new ring with original Bvlgari box.
18k Gold, Rose Gold
BVLGARI Bulgari B.zero1 Two-Band Ring 18k Rose Gold and Ceramic
By Bulgari
Located in South Pasadena, CA
Pre-loved Bulgari B.zero1 two-band ring in 18k rose gold with black ceramic spiral. One of Bulgari's most iconic and recognizable rings. In very good condition. Size: Approx. 8 and ...
18k Gold, Rose Gold
Bulgari B.zero1 Rock Two-Band Studded Spiral Black Ceramic Ring 18K Rose Gold
By Bulgari
Located in Aventura, FL
Bulgari B.zero1 Rock two-band ring in 18 kt rose gold with studded spiral and black ceramic inserts on the edges. Drawing its inspiration from the world’s most renowned amphitheater,...
Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Bvlgari B.Zero1 Ring in 18kt Rose Gold with Black Enamel
By Bulgari
Located in Aventura, FL
This striking Bvlgari B.Zero1 Rock four-band ring is crafted in 18kt rose gold and features the collection’s signature studded spiral design with bold black ceramic inserts along the...
Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Enamel
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.
