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 Diamond Musa Ring
By Bulgari
Located in London, GB
Here we have a wonderfully crafted diamond ring from the world renowned luxury jewellery house of Bvlgari. This piece forms part of their 'Musa' collection and showcases a large gabl...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Bvlgari 1.01 Carat Diamond Ring
By Bulgari
Located in London, GB
Here we have a highly impressive and rare diamond ring from the world renowned Italian jewellery house of Bvlgari. A single oval faceted 1.01ct diamond sits proud in a rub-over setti...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Pavé Diamond Set Ring
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
Here we have a timeless diamond ring from the world renowned luxury jewellery house of Cartier. This wonderful piece has been crafted from 18ct yellow gold and showcases three gliste...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Bvlgari b.Zero1 Diamond Rock Ring Size K 1/2 (51)
By Bulgari
Located in London, GB
Here we have an excellently crafted B.Zero1 ring from the world renowned Italian jewellery house of Bvlgari. This is the two band model crafted from 18ct yellow gold with a row of ro...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Boucheron Pavé Diamond Set Band Ring
By Boucheron
Located in London, GB
Here we have a chic and stylish 18ct yellow gold band ring from the world renowned jewellery house of Boucheron. This vintage piece showcases a unique twist pattern, with bright whit...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Bvlgari B.Zero1 One-Band Ring Size L (51)
By Bulgari
Located in London, GB
Here we have an excellently crafted B.Zero1 ring from the world renowned Italian jewellery house of Bvlagri. This is the single band model set with pavé diamonds on the spiral. The ...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
An 18 carat gold Tronchetto Bulgari ring with diamonds
By Bulgari
Located in Amsterdam, NL
An 18 carat gold ring set with brilliant cut diamonds (app. 0.66 carats G-H, Vs, Signed: Bulgari, model: Tronchetto. weight: 9.09 g ring size: 17.75 mm / 7.5 US
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Bulgari B Zero with Diamonds 18kt Yellow, Sz 57
By Bulgari
Located in Bethesda, MD
This iconic Bulgari B Zero ring showcases three rows of sparkling diamonds totaling approximately 0.80 carats, delivering sophisticated brilliance ...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Bulgari 1970's Round Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Vintage Eternity Band Ring
By Bulgari
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Featuring round brilliant cut diamonds diamonds channel set fully around Weighing approximately 1.04 carats total - G color with VS2 clarity Stamped with Italian assay marks for 18 k...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
BVLGARI Bulgari Diamond Platinum Eternity Band Ring Size 5.5
By Bulgari
Located in Simpsonville, SC
A timeless symbol of eternal brilliance, the BVLGARI Diamond Platinum Eternity Band is a masterpiece of Italian craftsmanship, embodying the maison’s signature elegance and devotion ...
White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Bulgari 1990's Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Vintage Tronchetto Cluster Ring
By Bulgari
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a domed rectangular form pavé set with round brilliant cut diamonds Weighing approximately 2.25 carat total - G color with VS2 clarity Flanked by flaring shoulders Comple...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Bvlgari Bulgari 18k Gold Parentesi Diamond Band Ring
By Bulgari
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Chic and instantly recognizable Bvlgari Parentesi band ring crafted in 18k yellow gold and accented with pavé‑set diamonds throughout the iconic openwork Parentesi motif. The bright,...
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.
