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 1990's Peridot 18 Karat Two-Tone Yellow White Gold Vintage Cabochon Ring
By Bulgari
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering an oval-shaped peridot cabochon measuring 11.0 x 9.0 mm - transparent medium yellowish green in color Set in a yellow gold bezel fitted on hinged at 'U' shaped white gold s...
Peridot, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow 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
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
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
BULGARI Fancy Light Yellow Diamond "Trombino" Ring
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
A celebrated icon of Italian jewelry design, this exceptional BULGARI Trombino Ring embodies the bold elegance and architectural sophistication that have defined the Maison for gener...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow 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
Vintage Bvlgari 18k Gold Tubogas Peridot Ring, circa 1990s
By Bulgari
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Bvlgari 18k yellow gold Tubogas ring, circa 1990s, designed with the maison’s famous flexible ribbed Tubogas construction and set with two square cut peridot gemstones at the center....
Peridot, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
BULGARI Serpenti Ring in 18k Gold and Mother-of-Pearl, Italy, 2010
By Bulgari
Located in PARIS, FR
BVLGARI Serpenti animal ring in 18k yellow gold and mother-of-pearl. Condition: excellent condition. Size: S (48-49-50). Width of motif: 14 mm. Weight: 10.31 g. Bvlgari signature and...
Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$5,719
BULGARI Serpenti ring
By Bulgari
Located in PARIS, FR
BVLGARI Serpenti ring in 18k yellow gold and mother-of-pearl. Condition: excellent condition. Size: S (48-49-50). Width of motif: 14 mm. Weight: 10.31 g. Bvlgari signature and hallma...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
An 18k Gold Bulgari Ring with Ceramic and Tourmaline
By Bulgari
Located in Amsterdam, NL
An 18k gold and ceramic ring with partially textured porcelain rods. The rods are set in gold at the top and bottom, with a pointed cabochon-cut peridot or pink tourmaline at each en...
Tourmaline, 18k Gold
Bvlgari Serpenti Viper 18K Gold Diamond & White Mother of Pearl Ring #5086
By Bulgari
Located in Southampton, PA
With its combination of polished gold, sparkling pav diamonds, and creamy mother-of-pearl, the Serpenti Viper ring commands attention through subtle complexity. Each segment aligns i...
Diamond
SeidenGang 18K Yellow Gold 0.60ct Diamond and Peridot Ring SG05-062526
By SeidenGang
Located in Southampton, PA
Circular motifs provide this SeidenGang ring with a unique point of view. A Peridot center stone adds a splash of color to the dynamic design, while Diamond accents totaling 0.60 car...
Diamond, Peridot, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
14K Yellow Gold 0.11ct Diamond and Jade Ring MF11-062926
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
A captivating ring in 14K yellow gold, featuring jade alongside diamonds totaling 0.11 carats. The jade stone brings a rich natural color to the design, complemented by the warm glow...
Diamond, Jade, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Vintage 18K Yellow Gold Jade Ring MF18-062926
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
This vintage ring offers a classic sense of sophistication. Ideal for anyone with a minimalist aesthetic, the sleek 18K Yellow Gold setting beautifully showcases the stunning Jade ce...
Jade, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
CHANTECLER 18K Yellow Gold 3.0ct Diamond and Emerald Ring CH29-121525
By Chantecler
Located in Southampton, PA
An instantly captivating design makes this Chantecler ring a unique addition to any luxury jewelry collection. Diamonds with a total weight of 3.0 carats make a statement from their ...
Emerald, Diamond
18K Yellow Gold 3.0ct Diamond and Emerald Ring MF08-050126
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
Diamonds with a total weight of 3.0 carats spiral around this rings stunning 2.0 carat Emerald center stone. Set in 18K Yellow Gold, the circular setting features a 4mm wide band and...
Diamond, Emerald, 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.
