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.
2021 Bvlgari Octo Finissimo 40MM 103010 Titanium Black Ceramic Skeleton Watch
By Bulgari
Located in Houston, TX
Brand: Bvlgari Gender: Men Metal Type: Titanium Diameter: 40.00 mm Weight: 61.21 grams Gent's titanium, BVLGARI Swiss-made wristwatch with original box. The "BVLGARI " trademark...
Titanium
Vintage 1998 Bvlgari Tourbillon AT 40 PL TB Platinum Skeleton Manual 40mm
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
High Complication, High Jewelry In the late 1990s, Bvlgari asserted its watchmaking credentials by combining its mastery of precious metals with one of the most respected complicati...
Platinum
$17,995Sale Price|25% Off
Dm 1.5 in
Bulgari Bvlgari Limited Edition Platinum Perpetual Calendar Power Reserve Watch
By Bulgari
Located in Switzerland, CH
BULGARI A RARE LIMIMTED EDITION PLATINUM AUTOMATIC PERPETUAL CALENDAR WRISTWATCH WITH POWER RESERVE Limited Edition of 99 pieces Manufa...
Platinum
Bvlgari Bulgari Diagono Scuba Stainless Steel Watch SCB38S
By Bulgari
Located in Baltimore, MD
Bvlgari Bulgari Diagono Scuba Stainless Steel Watch SCB38S Metal: Stainless steel Strap: Rubber Case: 40mm Dial: Black Movement: Automatic Model: SCB38S Serial: L89** TDD F35002286
Steel, Stainless Steel
Bvlgari Diagono Titanium Date Automatic Men's Watch TI38TA
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
Bvlgari Diagono Titanium wristwatch, reference TI 38 TA, featuring a 38mm titanium case with the iconic engraved BVLGARI BVLGARI bezel and a b...
Titanium
Bvlgari 38mm Stainless Steel Automatic Wristwatch, Swiss Made, Unisex
By Bulgari
Located in Firenze, IT
SHIPPING POLICY: No additional costs will be added to this order. Shipping costs will be totally covered by the seller (customs duties included). Stainless steel case. Reference BB...
Stainless Steel, Steel
Bulgari BB30 Stainless Steel Mid size Quartz Wrist Watch
By Bulgari
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 2015 Bulgari Bulgari BB30 Wrist Watch, 30 M.M. stainless Steel 2 piece case, Quartz movement, Black dial with Calendar window at the 3 position, 3/4 inch wide Bracelet with hid...
Stainless Steel
Bulgari Diagono Automatic Stainless Steel Case and Bracelet Wrist Watch
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
Classic Bulgari Diagono Automatic Stainless Steel case and bracelet ladies wristwatch. The name Diagono is inspired by the Greek agon, or competition. ...
Steel, Stainless Steel
$4,327Sale Price|20% Off
Bvlgari Sotirio Retrograde Steel White Dial Automatic Mens Watch SB42SDR
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
Display Model. Original Box and Papers are not included comes with a Chronostore presentation box and authenticity card. Covered by a one-year Chronostore warranty. Details: Bvlga...
Steel
Bvlgari Stainless Steel Diagono Automatic Wristwatch circa 1995
By Bulgari
Located in Stamford, CT
Simple and classic Bulgari stainless steel Diagono automatic wristwatch, circa 1995. This exquisite timepiece is crafted in durable stainless steel and effortlessly marries robust fu...
Stainless Steel, Steel
Bvlgari 18K White Gold 1.80ct Diamond Bracelet BV30-122225
By Bulgari
Located in Southampton, PA
This Bvlgari bracelet features a sleek, sophisticated design. Crafted from 18K White Gold, the circular motifs are accented by inset Diamonds totaling 1.80 carats as well as the luxu...
Diamond
Bvlgari Astrale 18K White Gold 1.45ct Diamond Bracelet BV07-060426
By Bulgari
Located in Southampton, PA
With motifs that evoke constellations, this Bvlgari Astrale bracelet is a wearable work of art. This sleek, sophisticated design includes sparkling Diamonds with a total weight of 1....
Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
Bvlgari Serpenti Viper 18K White Gold Diamond Bracelet
By Bulgari
Located in Southampton, PA
Wrap your wrist with sinuous elegance with this Bvlgari Viper bracelet. The coiled design, geometric pattern, and glamorous diamond embellishment capture the allure of the serpent. E...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Bvlgari Serpenti 18K White Gold Diamond and Sapphire Ring BV04-122225
By Bulgari
Located in Southampton, PA
This Bvlgari Serpenti ring is instantly alluring. Set in 18K White Gold, sparkling Diamonds and dazzling Sapphire eyes add elegance to the timeless snake motif. It features a 5mm wid...
Sapphire, Diamond
Bvlgari Parentesi 18K White Gold 0.72ct Diamond Ring BV10-012226
By Bulgari
Located in Southampton, PA
This Bvlgari Parentesi ring is crafted in 18K white gold and features a 14mm wide-band form. Signature bracket-shaped Parentesi motifs repeat across the openworked center, creating a...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Bvlgari Bvlgari 18K White Gold Diamond Necklace BV02-060426
By Bulgari
Located in Southampton, PA
This Bvlgari Bvlgari necklace exudes timeless luxury. Circular accents are elevated by the brand name around the perimeter. Sparkling inset Diamonds provide additional elegance. Craf...
Diamond, White Gold, 18k 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.
