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 Serpenti Viper Ring
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
In its maker's own words, this Bulgari Serpenti Viper ring "captures the power of seduction, camouflaging sensuality and temptation with a ...
Diamond, White Gold
Bvlgari 0.60ct Diamond 18k White Gold B.Zero1 Band
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
Exuding timeless Italian sophistication and architectural elegance, this authentic Bvlgari B.zero1 band is a stunning statement of modern luxury. Masterfully forged in high-polished ...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
BVLGARI Serpenti Viper 18K White Gold & Pavé Diamond 2 Coil Ring Medium
By Bulgari
Located in Aventura, FL
From the Serpenti Viper Collection, this ultra-modern interpretation of Bvlgari’s celebrated icon of glamour and seduction enchants through sleek, geometric lines and the sensual coi...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Enamel
Bvlgari Bvlgari White Gold Diamond Ring
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
"Bvlgari Bvlgari" white gold diamond ring 18 karat white gold, round-cut diamonds of approximately 0.20 carat; marked Bvlgari Bvlgari, 750, Made in Italy Size: 8 US, expandable; he...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Bvlgari Parentesi Diamond Ring Size T (61)
By Bulgari
Located in London, GB
Here we have a sophisticated statement ring from the world renowned Italian jewellery house of Bvlgari. This piece showcases a modern design with a bold, geometric structure. Crafted...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
BVLGARI White Gold Diamond Serpenti Viper Ring
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
BVLGARI White Gold Diamond Serpenti Viper Ring PRIMARY DETAILS SKU: 156922 Listing Title: BVLGARI White Gold Diamond Serpenti Viper Ring Condition Description: Born on Rome's Via Co...
BVLGARI White Gold Diamond Serpenti Viper Ring
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
BVLGARI White Gold Diamond Serpenti Viper Ring PRIMARY DETAILS SKU: 156922 Listing Title: BVLGARI White Gold Diamond Serpenti Viper Ring Condition Description: Born on Rome's Via Co...
Bvlgari 18ct White Gold B.Zero1 4-Band Diamond Ring .8ct 17.38g
By Bulgari
Located in SYDNEY, NSW
A bold and iconic design from the house of Bvlgari, this B.Zero1 4-band ring is crafted in luxurious 18ct white gold, weighing 17.38 grams. The ring features a modern spiral silhouet...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Bulgari Parentesi Diamond 18k White Gold Band Ring Size 5.5
By Bulgari
Located in Simpsonville, SC
A hallmark of Bulgari’s iconic design language, the Parentesi collection draws inspiration from the interlocking architectural motifs of ancient Roman pavements, reinterpreted with c...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Bvlgari Serpenti 18K White Gold 2.77ct Diamond Ring BV29-060526
By Bulgari
Located in Southampton, PA
This Bvlgari Serpenti ring offers unmatched aesthetics. Instantly captivating, the simple 18K White Gold setting comes to life in pav Diamonds and beautifully depicts the luxury bran...
Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
Bvlgari B.Zero1 Diamond One Band Ring 18K White Gold Size 52 US 6
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
A true statement of Bvlgari’s creative vision, this ring is a perfect fit for your jewelry collection. Crafted in lustrous 18K white gold. It features a one band ring studded with ch...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Bvlgari B.Zero1 Pave Diamond Four Band Ring 18K White Gold 54 US 6.5
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
The B.Zero1 ring is a signature piece from the legendary jewelry design house Bvlgari. Crafted in fine 18K White Gold. It features a clean modern design with four internal spiral ban...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Bvlgari B.Zero1 Diamond Four Band Ring 18K White Gold Size 54 US 6.75
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
From the Bvlgari B.zero1 collection, this beautiful four-band ring is crafted in a lustrous 18K white gold. It features a distinctive four-band spiral ring with pavé set round brilli...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Bvlgari B.Zero1 Diamond Four Band Ring 18K White Gold Size 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 white gold. It features a distinctive four-band spiral ring with pavé set round brilli...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Bvlgari B.Zero1 One Band Pave Diamond Ring 18K White Gold 0.60Ctw US 11.25
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
The B.Zero1 ring is a signature piece from the legendary jewelry design house Bvlgari. Crafted in fine 18K white gold. It features a clean modern one band ring with pave set round cu...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Bvlgari Fiorever Diamond Ring 18K White Gold 1.01Cttw Size 55 US 7
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
Fall in love with this beautiful Blvgari Fiorever diamond ring. Crafted in lustrous 18K white gold. It features a center prong set round brilliant cut diamond embraced with Bvlgari’s...
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.
