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.
Vintage Bvlgari Tronchetto 18k Yellow Gold Blue Topaz Dome Ring US5
By Bulgari
Located in Birmingham, GB
Vintage Bvlgari Tronchetto 18k Yellow Gold Blue Topaz Dome Ring. Beautiful domed blue topaz set in a fine 18k yellow gold tension set ring. Bold and stunning ring from the Bvlgari T...
Topaz, Blue Topaz, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
BVLGARI 18K Yellow Gold Gemstone Ring
By Bulgari
Located in Broomall, PA
BVLGARI 18K Yellow Gold Gemstone Ring Colorful gemstones add visual impact to the top of this classic Bvlgari ring. Simple and elegant, the 18K Yellow Gold setting features a 3mm wid...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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 1980's Hematite 18 Karat Yellow Gold Vintage Doppio Cuore Ring
By Bulgari
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a domed form displaying the signature geometric "Doppio Cuore" heart motif Centering a bar link motif flanked by rounded shoulders inlaid with carved hemtite Hematite is ...
Hematite, 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 Yellow Bulgari Diamond Gold Band Ring
By Bulgari
Located in Zurich, Zollstrasse
18k yellow Gold Diamond Ring by Bulgari. Set with round brilliant cut diamonds VS1 clarity, G color total weight approximately 0.25 ct. Stamped Hallmarks: Bvlgari 750 Made In Italy....
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Bulgari Tronchetto 18k Yellow Gold Custom Cut Blue Topaz Band Ring
By Bulgari
Located in Montclair, NJ
–Stone(s)– (1) Natural Genuine Blue Topaz - Custom Cut - Channel Inlaid Set - Blue Color - 13.1x8.2mm (approx.) Material: Solid 18k Yellow Gold Weight: 7.54 Grams Ring Size: 6.0 ( f...
Blue Topaz, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Estate Bulgari Pyramid Topaz Ring in 18K White Gold
By Bulgari
Located in Antwerp, BE
Stunning BULGARI Pyramid ring with a big topaz stone of approx 12.3 x 12.3 mm Size: 53 ( can be resized for free) Total weight: 18.1 gram 18 ct. gold
Diamond, Topaz, White Gold
Bvlgari Bulgari Gemstone 18k Gold Ring circa 1990s
By Bulgari
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This Bulgari ring features a geometric arrangement of citrine, tourmaline, and peridot gemstones set in 18k yellow gold. The design is built around a series of lozenge-shaped stones ...
Citrine, Peridot, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, 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
Bvlgari 18K Yellow Gold 0.30ct Diamond and Sapphire Ring BV24-051526
By Bulgari
Located in Southampton, PA
Colorful Sapphires with a total weight of 3.50 carats come together in a floral motif at the top of this Bvlgari ring. Diamonds with a total weight of 0.30 carats add even more spark...
Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Gucci Horsebit 18K Yellow Gold Smoky Quartz Ring GU21-060526
By Gucci
Located in Southampton, PA
A checkerboard cut Smoky Quartz gemstone adds a subtle pop of color to the center of this exquisite Gucci ring. The 4-prong setting features the luxury brands iconic horsebit motif f...
Quartz, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Carrera y Carrera Giraffe 18K Yellow Gold Smokey Quartz Ring CC09-060326
By Carrera y Carrera
Located in Southampton, PA
A striking checkerboard cut Smoky Quartz gemstone makes a statement at the center of this charming Carrera Y Carrera Giraffe ring. The 18K Yellow Gold setting comes alive thanks to a...
Quartz, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Paul Morelli 18K Yellow Gold 0.53ct Diamond Geometric Ring
By Paul Morelli
Located in Southampton, PA
Introducing a geometric and chic ring from the House of Paul Morelli, crafted in 18K yellow gold and adorned with three carefully selected diamonds. It features a solid 18K yellow go...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Gucci Running 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Ring
By Gucci
Located in Southampton, PA
This estate Gucci Running X ring makes a statement in 18K yellow gold. It features two slim bands that cross over one another to form an X silhouette, merging into a single, sculptur...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
14K Yellow Gold 10.0ct Citrine Ring MF14-043026
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
A breathtaking 10.0 carat Citrine gemstone makes a statement at the center of this exquisite ring. The 14K Yellow Gold setting offers bold contrast, anchoring this piece while also o...
Citrine, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
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From Elizabeth Taylor to Zendaya, the Serpenti has been the accessory of choice for generations of it girls.
