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 Doppio Ring with Tourmaline and Peridot, c. 1980
By Bulgari
Located in Malmö, Skåne län
A signature design by Bulgari, created in Rome during the 1980s, this ring belongs to the iconic Doppio collection and exemplifies the house’s bold yet sophisticated design language....
Peridot, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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Bvlgari Tourmaline 18K Yellow Gold Ring
By Bulgari
Located in Chicago, IL
Experience the elegance of Bvlgari with this stunning 750 gold ring. Featuring a 20mm wide top and a versatile size 6.5 (adjustable to fit), this exquisite piece weighs a substantial...
Tourmaline, Gold, 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
Bulgari 18K Two-Tone Gold Pink Tourmaline Peridot Dome Cocktail Ring
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
A bold and sculptural cocktail ring by Bulgari, finely crafted in polished 18-karat yellow and white gold and set with vivid pink tourmalines and fresh green peridots. The substant...
Peridot, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Fine Tiffany & Co. Vivid Green Peridot Heart Cut 18k Yellow Gold Band Ring US4.5
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Birmingham, GB
Rare Tiffany & Co. Vivid Green Peridot Heart Cut 18k Yellow Gold Band Ring. A beautifully made yellow gold ring set with a stunning vivid yellowish green heart cut peridot. Exce...
Peridot, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Bulgari Pink and Green Tourmaline Yellow Gold Bypass Ring
By Bulgari
Located in Southampton, PA
18k Yellow Gold Pink & Green Tourmaline Bypass Ring By Bulgari. With 1 round bead cut pink tourmaline 7.5mm and 1 round bead cut green tourmaline 7.5mm Details: Ring Size: 4.5 (resi...
Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Schmuckzicke 6.33ct Heart Peridot Ring in 750 Yellow Gold, Valenza
Located in Viena, Viena
made in a traditional goldsmith's manufactory in Valenza/Italy, ring with a peridot in the shape of a heart approx. 6.33 ct, approx. 15 x 14 mm, modern muggle set in 750 yellow gold...
Peridot, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
BULGARI 18K Yellow Gold Emerald, Ruby and Diamond Ring
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
A powerful and unmistakably Italian creation from BULGARI, this striking ring embodies the bold color, architectural presence, and sculptural confidence that defined the maison’s hig...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Bvlgari 1.68 Carat Tourmaline Yellow Gold Ring
By Bulgari
Located in Stamford, CT
Pastel pink tourmaline bezel set Bvlgari ring. 1.68ct pink oval bezel set Tourmaline, 18k yellow gold setting. 1 oval pink tourmaline, approx. 1...
Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
BVLGARI Tronchetto Fluted Tourmaline Yellow Gold.Ring Sz 6.25
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
This fabulous Bvlgari ring from the iconic Tronchetto collection is crafted in 18k yellow gold and set with a fluted green tourmaline. Made in Italy circa 1990s. Measurements: 0.70" ...
Tourmaline, 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
Bvlgari Serpenti Seduttori 18K Rose Gold Diamond and Tourmaline Ring BV41-012826
By Bulgari
Located in Southampton, PA
Rendered in 18K rose gold, this signed and hallmarked Serpenti Seduttori ring evokes the hypnotic character long associated with the serpent. The asymmetrical band forms a drop-shape...
Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
18K Yellow Gold 9.02ct Diamond, Citrine, and Tourmaline Heart Bracelet
Located in Southampton, PA
A vibrant estate 18K yellow gold bracelet composed of heart-shaped links, each bezel-set with a colorful gemstone including yellow and orange citrine and multi-hued tourmalines in g...
Citrine, Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K Yellow Gold 0.90ct Diamond and Emerald Ring MF27-050626
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
This luxury ring is stylish and statement-making. Emeralds with a total weight of 1.50 carats add a vibrant pop of color to the center of the design, while Diamond accents totaling 0...
Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
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
14K Yellow Gold 0.60ct Diamond and Tourmaline Ring MF04-031726
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
This luxury ring is bold, elegant, and impossible to ignore. A deep-hued 7.50 carat Tourmaline serves as a stunning focal point at the center of the stately 14K Yellow Gold setting. ...
Diamond, Tourmaline, 14k 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.
