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 Diamond 18k White Gold Band Ring Size 5.5
By Bulgari
Located in Simpsonville, SC
A hallmark of Bulgari’s iconic design language, the Parentesi collection draws inspiration from the interlocking architectural motifs of ancient Roman pavements, reinterpreted with c...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
BVLGARI Bulgari Serpenti Diamond 18k White Gold Eternity Band Ring Size 6 52
By Bulgari
Located in Simpsonville, SC
A captivating embodiment of timeless elegance and serpentine seduction, the BVLGARI Serpenti Eternity Band Ring in 18k white gold reimagines the iconic serpent motif with exquisite c...
White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Cartier Diamond 18k White Gold Band Ring Size 4.75
By Cartier
Located in Simpsonville, SC
Timeless and refined, this Cartier Diamond Band Ring is a classic expression of the maison’s understated elegance. Expertly crafted in 18k white gold, the sleek band is set with a ...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Cartier La Dona Ring XL 18K White Gold Diamond Size 51
By Cartier
Located in Simpsonville, SC
The Cartier La Dona Ring XL in white gold with diamonds is an extraordinary piece that showcases Cartier’s refined artistry and bold design. Craft...
Diamond, Gold, White Gold
Hermes Diamond 18k White Gold Band Ring Size 6 52
By Hermès
Located in Simpsonville, SC
This Hermès Band Ring exemplifies refined elegance and meticulous craftsmanship. The design features a wide band crafted from 18k white gold, offering a sleek and polished surface th...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Tiffany & Co. Diamond Platinum 3.7mm Shared Setting Band Size 6
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Simpsonville, SC
The Tiffany & Co. Diamond Platinum 3.7mm Shared Setting Band is a magnificent piece of jewelry that embodies timeless elegance and exquisite craftsmanship. Crafted by one of the worl...
Diamond, Platinum
Bulgari 1970's Round Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Vintage Eternity Band Ring
By Bulgari
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Featuring round brilliant cut diamonds diamonds channel set fully around Weighing approximately 1.04 carats total - G color with VS2 clarity Stamped with Italian assay marks for 18 k...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Bulgari B.Zero 1 diamond ring
By Bulgari
Located in Uccle, BE
BVLGARI ring is set with 32 brilliant diamonds for a total of approximately 0.32 Carats. Set in white gold 18 Karat Weight of the ring: 6,7 grams ring size: 52 (resizing not posi...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Bulgari B Zero with Diamonds 18kt Yellow, Sz 57
By Bulgari
Located in Bethesda, MD
This iconic Bulgari B Zero ring showcases three rows of sparkling diamonds totaling approximately 0.80 carats, delivering sophisticated brilliance ...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Bvlgari B.Zero1 One-Band Ring Size L (51)
By Bulgari
Located in London, GB
Here we have an excellently crafted B.Zero1 ring from the world renowned Italian jewellery house of Bvlagri. This is the single band model set with pavé diamonds on the spiral. The ...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Bvlgari Pavé Diamond Set RingBvlgari Pavé Diamond Set Ring
By Bulgari
Located in London, GB
Here we have an excellently crafted diamond ring from the world renowned luxury Italian jewellery designer, Bvlgari. A rich 18ct yellow gold mount plays host to a scintillating pavé ...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Cartier Diamond Eternity Band Yellow Gold Ring
By Cartier
Located in Southampton, PA
18k Yellow Gold Diamond Eternity Band Ring by Cartier. With 22 round brilliant cut diamonds VVS1 clarity, E color total weig...
Diamond, 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.
