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 Turquoise & Diamond Cocktail Ring
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
Bvlgari Turquoise & Diamond Cocktail Ring Bulgari flower-shaped ring set with sculpted petal-shaped turquoise, accented with brilliant-cut diamonds...
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold
Fable 18k Yellow Gold Justinian Ring – 1.50 ct Turquoise & Natural Diamond
Located in Greeneville, TN
A legend set in gold. 💍 The Fable Ring by Mountain Song Jeweler is a story of ancient royalty, vibrant soul, and bold elegance. Handcrafted in solid 18k yellow gold, this regal piec...
Diamond, Turquoise, Yellow Gold
Bulgari 1990's Iolite Aquamarine 18 Karat Yellow Gold Vintage Three Stone Ring
By Bulgari
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering an emerald cut iolite weighing approximately 0.97 carats - transparent medium violetish blue in color Set east to west and flanked by emerald cut aquamarines - weighing app...
Aquamarine, Iolite, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$5,232Sale Price|20% Off
Sleeping Beauty Turquoise And Diamond Ring 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Dallas, TX
5.03ctw Sleeping Beauty Turquoise And 1.49ctw Diamond Ring 18K Yellow Gold 6.9 Grams
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Inverted Oval Halo Band in Sleeping Beauty Turquoise, Diamonds and Yellow Gold
By Eytan Brandes 1
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Eytan Brandes designed and created this sleek halo mounting in the late 70s for a client who later returned the ring in partial payment toward a more elaborate project. After removi...
Diamond, Turquoise, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
BULGARI 18K Yellow Gold Cabochon Emerald and Diamond Ring
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
This design draws inspiration from the feats of ancient Roman architecture: the enduring lines of the Appian Way, the harmonious arches of the Roman Forum, and the majestic dome of t...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
13K Yellow Gold Turquoise and Diamond Ring Size 6 #25676
Located in Washington Depot, CT
13K Yellow Gold Turquoise and Diamond Ring #25676 A striking blend of color and elegance, this 13K yellow gold turquoise and diamond ring features a vibrant turquoise centerpiece ac...
Yellow Gold
$1,500Sale Price|25% Off
Sleeping Beauty Turquoise And Diamond Ring 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Dallas, TX
Sleeping Beauty Turquoise And Diamond Ring 14K Yellow Gold. The ring features a 5.25ct oval sleeping beauty turquoise with a halo of 0.32ctw diamonds. Size 6.5, weighs 3.3 grams.
Diamond, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cabochon Turquoise Natural Diamond Halo Ring in Sculpted Yellow Gold
Located in Deira, AE
Certain jewels are admired for their brilliance. Others are remembered for their character. This remarkable ring belongs to the latter. At its center rests a captivating 7.72-carat...
Diamond, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$868Sale Price|20% Off
18K Yellow Gold Turquoise and Diamond "Toi et Moi" Ring
Located in Monte Carlo, MC
This 18K yellow gold ring, offered by Claris-A, features a modern bypass design, defined by two vibrant, cabochon-cut turquoises. The bright blue gemstones are set in a vertical "Toi...
Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Bulgari Aqua Diamond Ring with Iolite 18K Yellow Gold
By Bulgari
Located in Fairfield, CT
Bulgari Aqua Diamond Ring with Iolite 18K Yellow Gold This Bvlgari ring in 18k yellow gold brings together two ~0.9ct emerald-cut stones: a cool blue gemstone and a deep, purple-ton...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 18k Emerald Dome Ring French Made ~8.5ct Emerald Size 7
Located in Fairfield, CT
Vintage 18k Emerald Dome Ring French Made ~8.5ct Emerald Size 7 This substantial French-made ring centers on an approximately 8.5-carat round emerald displaying a rich green hue wit...
Emerald, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
Bulgari Serpenti Tubogas Peridot Ring 18K Yellow Gold
By Bulgari
Located in Fairfield, CT
Bulgari Serpenti Tubogas Peridot Ring 18K Yellow Gold This Bvlgari Serpenti Tubogas ring is made in 18K yellow gold and features the iconic coiled silhouette that has become one of...
Peridot, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Paris Sapphire Diamond Ring French 18K Yellow Gold
By Cartier
Located in Fairfield, CT
Cartier Paris Blue Sapphire and Diamond Ring in 18K Yellow Gold This Cartier Paris ring features a 1.4 carat cabochon-cut blue sapphire set within a field of approximately 1.0 carat...
Sapphire, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier French Coral Chrysoprase Ring Diamond Accented 18K Yellow Gold 1990s
By Cartier
Located in Fairfield, CT
Cartier French Coral Chrysoprase Ring Diamond Accented 18K Yellow Gold 1990s This Cartier ring is made in 18K yellow gold and centers on an oval coral cabochon displaying a soft sal...
Chrysophrase, Coral, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Bulgari Carved Intaglio Ring 20K Roman God Motif Yellow Gold
By Bulgari
Located in Fairfield, CT
Bulgari Carved Intaglio Ring 20K Roman God Motif Yellow Gold This Bulgari ring centers on an oval carved hardstone intaglio depicting a Roman god in profile, rendered with a crested...
Gold, 18k 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.
