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 Parentesi Cocktail Ring in 18k White Gold, Topaz & Diamonds
By Bulgari
Located in PARIS, FR
BVLGARI Parentesi Cocktail ring in 18k white gold, topaz, and diamonds. Period: 2010s. Condition: excellent condition. Size: 52. Width of the motif: 1.5 cm. Diamond weight: 0.15 cara...
Diamond, Topaz, 18k Gold, White Gold
Bvlgari 18K Gold Blue Topaz Pyramid Cocktail Ring, Late 20th Century
By Bulgari
Located in AMSTELVEEN, NH
A stunning Bvlgari pyramid ring featuring a captivating blue topaz gemstone, measuring 12x15 mm. This exquisite cocktail ring, with its unique pyr...
Blue Topaz, Topaz, 18k Gold, White Gold
Bulgari Vintage Sapphire Diamond 18k White Gold Ring Size 5
By Bulgari
Located in Simpsonville, SC
Introducing the Bulgari Sapphire and Diamond White Gold Ring – a stunning fusion of luxury and refined elegance. This exquisite piece showcases Bvlgari's renowned craftsmanship and a...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Bulgari 2000's Topaz 18 Karat White Gold Contemporary Metropolis Statement Ring
By Bulgari
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering a rectangular buffed top aquamarine tab set east to west Measuring 12.5 x 16.0 mm transparent light blue in color Flanked by grooved shoulders inscribed with brand name Com...
Aquamarine, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
BVLGARI Modernist Cocktail Ring In 18Kt White Gold With 4.16 Ctw VS Diamonds
By Bulgari
Located in Miami, FL
A diamonds cocktail ring designed by Bvlgari. This is a beautiful cocktail ring-band created in Italy by the iconic jewelry house of Bvlgari, back in the 2000. The gorgeous ring has...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, White Gold, 18k Gold
Bulgari Mediterranean Eden Ring 18k White Gold Blue Topaz Sz 5 Estate Signed
By Bulgari
Located in Torrance, CA
Pre-owned Bulgari Mediterranean Eden blue topaz ring crafted in 18k white gold. Blue topaz measures 11mm x 9.5mm (in very good condition and free of cracks or chips). Set with v...
Topaz, Blue Topaz, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Topaz Gemstone & Round Diamond 18-Karat Cocktail Ring In Stock
Located in Boca Raton, FL
18k White Gold Topaz & Round Diamond Cocktail Ring: Style: Women's Topaz & Diamond Cocktail Ring Material: 18k White Gold Diamond/Gemstone Details: There are approximately...
Diamond, Topaz, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Bulgari 6.40 Carat Certified Sapphire Cocktail Ring
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
Carat Weight: Sapphire 6.40 carat Color/Clarity: Untreated Certifications: GRS Size: 6 Creator: Bulgari Metal: 18k white gold Weight: 8.48 grams Period: Contemporary Condition: Used ...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Oval Cut Blue Topaz Cocktail Ring with Diamonds in 14 Karat White Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Ring Size: 6.5 This elegant ring features a captivating oval blue topaz as its centerpiece and is set in lustrous 14 karat white gold. Flanking the topaz on each side are 3 shimmeri...
Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Topaz, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Bvlgari Elisia Ring with Blue Topaz and Diamonds
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k white gold with a Cabochon Blue Topaz weighing approximately 2.50 carats, and Round Brilliant cut Diamonds weighing approximately a total of 0.75 carats. Size 5
Diamond, Blue Topaz, 18k Gold
Cerrone Aquamarine & Diamond Oval Ring 11.12ct
Located in SYDNEY, NSW
A Cerrone Aquamarine Oval Ring, four claw set in 18ct white gold with 6 diamonds pavé set on the shoulders on a 3.9 to 2.8mm reverse tapered concave band. Aquamarine 10.92ct, 18.0 x...
Aquamarine, Diamond, White Gold
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
Bespoke Diamond Dress Ring 1.00ct
Located in SYDNEY, NSW
A Bespoke Diamond Dress Ring Diamond ring, made of 18ct White Gold, and weighing 7.38 gm. Stamped: 750. Set with 55 round, brilliant cut Diamonds, colou...
Diamond, White Gold
Cartier Platinum Destinée Diamond Ring 2.31ct 5.43g
By Cartier
Located in SYDNEY, NSW
An exceptional Cartier Destinée solitaire ring crafted in platinum, featuring a magnificent cushion cut centre diamond surrounded by brilliant diamonds along the shank. Elegant and t...
Diamond, Platinum
18ct White and Rose Gold Pink Diamond Ring 1.36ct 6.1g
Located in SYDNEY, NSW
This exquisite pink-coloured diamond ring is crafted in 18ct white gold with rose gold highlights and hand-made to the highest standards of craftsmanship. The centrepiece is an oval-...
Diamond, Pink Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold
Bespoke Engagement Ring with Tiffany & Co Diamond 1.63ct
Located in SYDNEY, NSW
Unique features: A Bespoke diamond engagement ring, made of 18ct Yellow and White Gold, and weighing 3.26gm. Stamped: 750. Set with a Cushion, brilliant cut Diamond, colour intense...
Diamond, White Gold, Yellow 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.
