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 Ring with Citrine in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
By Bulgari
Located in Lucerne, CH
This exquisite Bvlgari ring, crafted from 18 Karat yellow gold, showcases a stunning rectangular citrine gemstone. The citrine's warm, amber hue and polished finish add a touch of vi...
Citrine, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Bulgari Sculptural Yellow Gold Ring with Citrine Cabochon Center
By Bulgari
Located in Roma, IT
This vintage Bulgari ring is a bold statement piece, showcasing the brand's unmistakable design language. The centerpiece is a large citrine cabochon, with a warm honey tone, cut int...
Yellow Gold
18 Karat Bicolor Gold Ring by Bvlgari
By Bulgari
Located in Zurich, CH
Sleek and minimalist 18 karat bicolor gold ring by renowned Italian jewelry house Bvlgari. Crafted in 18 karat yellow and white gold, this attractive vintage ring consists of three ...
Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Bulgari Chandra Ring in 18kt Yellow Gold with White Porcelain, Circa 1990
By Bulgari
Located in Napoli, NA
A stunning Bulgari “Chandra” ring crafted in 18kt yellow gold and white porcelain, circa 1990. This elegant piece features a sculptural porcelain sphere, delicately textured to depic...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$2,617 / item
Bulgari B.Zero1 Ring 18 karat Yellow Gold 1 Row
By Bulgari
Located in Esch sur Alzette, Esch-sur-Alzette
Bvlgari size 50 Inspired by the monumental Colosseum The Bulgari B.Zero 1 Ring in 18-karat yellow gold is a striking and iconic piece of jewelry from the renowned Italian luxury bra...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Bvlgari Bulgari Yellow Sapphire Ring Gold Aquamarine Diamond Vintage Jewelry
By Bulgari
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A rare Bulgari yellow sapphire ring, made of 18k gold and accented with aquamarine and diamonds. At the center there is a 13.20-carat bezel-set...
Diamond, Aquamarine, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Bvlgari Ceramic 18 Karat Yellow Gold Vintage Chandra Ring
By Bulgari
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering a carved ceramic sugarloaf measuring 15.0 x 9.0 mm - opaque glossy white Displaying grooved linear waves throughout Bar set in flaring shoulders Completed by high polish fi...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
An 18k gold and Citrine Bulgari Ring
By Bulgari
Located in Amsterdam, NL
An 18 carat gold swivel ring set with a cabochon-cut citrine, signed: Bulgari, master mark: *150 ROMA, 750. weight: 8.26 g ring size: 17 mm / 6.5 US / 53
Citrine, 18k Gold
Bvlgari 18k Yellow Gold B-Zero Size 5 Ring
By Bulgari
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
The contemporary Bvlgari ring embodies a blend of modern elegance and simplicity. It features a sleek design with five bands stacked together, all made from 18k yellow gold. The ring...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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 Italy 18k Yellow Gold, Yellow Sapphire, Aquamarine & Diamond Ring 1970s
By Bulgari
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Bvlgari Italy 1970s 18k Yellow Gold, Yellow Sapphire, Aquamarine & Diamond Ring Vintage Here is your chance to purchase a beautiful and highly collectible designer ring. The ...
Aquamarine, Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, Yellow Gold
VAN CLEEF & ARPELS NY 18k Yellow Gold & Diamond Tartelette Cocktail Ring 1960s
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Van Cleef & Arpels NY Vintage 1960s 18k Yellow Gold & Diamond Tartelette Cocktail Ring Here is your chance to purchase a beautiful and highly collectible designer ring. ...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
DAVID WEBB 18k Yellow Gold & Rock Crystal Cocktail Ring Vintage 1980s
By David Webb
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
David Webb 18k Yellow Gold & Rock Crystal Cocktail Ring Vintage 1980s Here is your chance to purchase a beautiful and highly collectible designer cocktail ring. The cocktail...
Crystal, Rock Crystal, Yellow Gold
VAN CLEEF & ARPELS PARIS 18k Hammered Yellow Gold & Diamond Ring Vintage 1970s
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Van Cleef & Arpels Paris 18k Hammered Yellow Gold & Diamond Ring Vintage 1960s Here is your chance to purchase a beautiful and highly collectible designer ring. The ri...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
GUBELIN Swiss 18k Yellow Gold & Cat's Eye Chrysoberyl Cocktail Ring 1970s
By Gubelin
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Gubelin 18k Yellow Gold & Cat's Eye Cocktail Ring 1970s Vintage Here is your chance to purchase a beautiful and highly collectible designer ring. Product = Gubelin 7.65 CT Chrysob...
Chrysoberyl, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Paris 18k Yellow Gold & Yellow Sapphire Wave Ring Vintage
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Here is your chance to purchase a beautiful and highly collectible designer ring. Truly a great piece at a great price! VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Yellow Sapphire 18 karat Yellow Gold Wa...
Yellow Sapphire, Yellow Gold
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