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 Three Band 18k Rose White & Yellow Gold Ring Size 10.5
By Bulgari
Located in Boca Raton, FL
This authentic Bvlgari B.zero1 ring is a timeless icon of Italian luxury. Crafted from solid 18k rose, white, and yellow gold, the three-band design showcases Bvlgari’s signature mod...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
BVLGARI B Zero1 Tricolor 18k Gold 3-Band Ring
Located in New York, NY
Founded in Rome in 1884 by the talented Greek silver smith Sotiris Bulgari, the brand quickly established a reputation for Italian excellence with exquisite craftsmanship and magnifi...
18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Bvlgari b.zero1 Collection 18K Rose Gold White Ceramic Two Tone 4 Band Ring
By Bulgari
Located in Houston, TX
Brand: Bvlgari Gender: Unisex Metal Type: 18K Rose Gold Ring Size: 7.5 Width: 12.00 mm Weight: 10.97 grams Unisex BVLGARI 18K rose gold wedding anniversary rolling band with a...
Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
BVLGARI Rose Gold B.zero1 Ring
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
BVLGARI Rose Gold B.zero1 Ring PRIMARY DETAILS SKU: Z155753 Listing Title: BVLGARI Rose Gold B.zero1 Ring Condition Description: Created in 1999 to celebrate the Millenium, the B....
Rose Gold
Bvlgari B Zero1 Rose Gold & Ceramic Band
By Bulgari
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
From the iconic B.zero1 Collection, this striking band draws inspiration from the world’s most renowned amphitheater—the Colosseum. A bold expression of Bvlgari’s innovative spirit, ...
18k Gold, Rose Gold
Bulgari B. Zero 1 18k Rose Gold XX Anniversary 13.2mm Wide Band Ring Size 57
By Bulgari
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: Solid 18k Rose Gold Weight: 13.75 Grams Ring Size: Size 57 European / 8 US (can not custom size this ring) Ring Width: 13.2mm (0.52") Ring Height: 2.9mm rise off the fing...
Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
BVLGARI Zero 18ct Rose Gold Ceramic & Gold Ring
By Bulgari
Located in London, GB
This Bvlgari Zero 18ct Rose Gold Ceramic & Gold Ring is the perfect embodiment of a classic design. Crafted from 18ct rose gold and ceramic, this beautifu...
Rose Gold
Bvlgari B.Zero1 Diamond Band Ring 18K Rose Gold
By Bulgari
Located in Aventura, FL
This Bvlgari B.Zero1 diamond band ring is crafted in 18K rose gold and set with two sparkling rows of natural round brilliant-cut diamonds with approximately 1.27 carats total weight...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 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
BVLGARI 18k Rose Gold B.zero1 Four-Band Ring Size 52
By Bulgari
Located in Guangzhou, CN
BVLGARI B.zero1 four-band ring, a modern design classic first launched in 1999 to celebrate the millennium. Its bold, spiral architecture is inspired by the grandeur of Rome’s Colos...
18k Gold
Bvlgari B.Zero1 Design Legend Three Band Ring 18K Rose Gold Size 54 US 6.75
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
B.zero1 Design Legend jewelry is a perfect collision of modernity and tradition. Crafted in fine 18K rose gold. It features a clean modern three band ring engraved with the BVLGARI l...
18k Gold, Rose Gold
Bvlgari B.Zero1 Diamond Ceramic Four Band Ring 18K Rose Gold Size 52 US 6
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
From the Bvlgari B.zero1 collection, this beautiful four-band ring is crafted in a lustrous 18K rose gold. It features a distinctive four-band spiral ring with black ceramic and pavé...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Bvlgari B.Zero1 Two Band Matt Black Ceramic Ring 18K Rose Gold Size 54 US 6.75
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
Bold and chic, this Bvlgari ring is a perfect addition to your statement jewelry collection. Crafted in lustrous 18K rose gold. It features a two-band B.zero1 ring with all matt blac...
18k Gold, Rose Gold
Bvlgari B.Zero1 Diamond Band Ring 18K Rose Gold Size 57 US 8
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
From the Bvlgari B.zero1 collection, this beautiful four-band ring is crafted in a lustrous 18K rose gold. It features a distinctive four-band spiral ring with pavé set round brillia...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Bvlgari B.Zero1 Diamond Black Ceramic Four Band Ring 18K Rose Gold 56 US 7.5
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
From the Bvlgari B.zero1 collection, this beautiful four-band ring is crafted in a lustrous 18K rose gold. It features a distinctive four-band spiral ring with pavé set round brillia...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Bvlgari B.Zero1 Diamond Black Ceramic Four Band Ring 18K Rose Gold 55 US 7
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
From the Bvlgari B.zero1 collection, this beautiful four-band ring is crafted in a lustrous 18K rose gold. It features a distinctive four-band spiral ring with pavé set round brillia...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
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