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 Serpenti Seduttori Diamond 18k Rose Gold Medium Bracelet
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
This fabulous Bulgari bangle bracelet from the iconic Serpenti collection features a snake design crafted in 18k rose gold and set with a pair of rubellite eyes and demi pave round b...
Diamond, Rose Gold
BVLGARI Rose Gold Rubelite and Diamond Serpenti Seduttori Bracelet
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
BVLGARI Rose Gold Rubelite and Diamond Serpenti Seduttori Bracelet PRIMARY DETAILS SKU: Z156319 Listing Title: BVLGARI Rose Gold Rubelite and Diamond Serpenti Seduttori Bracelet Con...
Rubelite, Rose Gold
Bulgari B.zero1 Rose Gold and Diamond Bracelet
By Bulgari
Located in New Orleans, LA
This iconic Bulgari B.zero1 bangle exemplifies the house’s mastery of contemporary luxury design. Crafted in 18K rose gold, the bracelet is pavé set with diamonds totaling 11.60 cara...
Diamond, Rose Gold
Bvlgari Rose Gold Diamond & Rubellite Serpenti Bracelet
By Bulgari
Located in Mayfair, London, London
An 18k rose gold diamond and rubellite Bvlgari bracelet from the Serpenti collection in a size medium. The bracelet features the iconic Bvlgari Serpenti snake; the head motif is set ...
Diamond, Rubelite, Rose Gold
Bulgari Serpenti Diamond Red Pink Rubellite 18K Rose Gold Bangle Bracelet Size M
By Bulgari
Located in Tysons, VA
Description: An iconic Serpenti bangle bracelet by Bulgari, exquisitely crafted in solid 18K rose gold. This striking piece features the Maison's legendary serpent design adorned wit...
Diamond, Rubelite, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Bvlgari Fiorever Diamond 18k Rose Gold Bangle Bracelet Sz M
By Bulgari
Located in Feasterville, PA
Bvlgari Fiorever Diamond 18k Rose Gold Bangle Bracelet is a masterful blend of Roman spirit and timeless elegance. Crafted from warm 18k...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Bvlgari Fiorever Diamond 18k Rose Gold Bangle Bracelet Sz M
By Bulgari
Located in Feasterville, PA
Bvlgari Fiorever Diamond 18k Rose Gold Bangle Bracelet is a masterful blend of Roman spirit and timeless elegance. Crafted from warm 18k rose gold, this bangle features Bvlgari’s ic...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Bvlgari Fiorever Diamond 18k Rose Gold Bangle Bracelet Sz M
By Bulgari
Located in Feasterville, PA
Bvlgari Fiorever Diamond 18k Rose Gold Bangle Bracelet is a masterful blend of Roman spirit and timeless elegance. Crafted from warm 18k rose gold, this bangle features Bvlgari’s ic...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Bvlgari Serpenti Viper One-Coil 18K Rose Gold Pave Diamonds Bracelet
By Bulgari
Located in Aventura, FL
Serpenti Viper one-coil 18 kt rose gold bracelet set with pavé diamonds on the head and tail. With its signature blend of pure aesthetics, enveloping shapes, and charismatic flair, t...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
BULGARI Serpenti Scaglie Pave Diamond Rose Gold Large Bracelet
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
This gorgeous large-sized Bulgari one-coil Viper bracelet from the classic Scaglie Serpenti collection is crafted in 18k rose gold and demi pave-set with brilliant-cut round D-E-F VV...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Bulgari B. Zero Rose Gold Bracelet
By Bulgari
Located in Bethesda, MD
Bulgari B. Zero Rose Gold Bracelet — an iconic design crafted in 18kt rose gold. This 5mm wide bracelet features the brand's signature interlocking B. Zero motif, symbolizing infinit...
Rose Gold
Bulgari Steel and Gold Parentesi Bracelet
By Bulgari
Located in Bethesda, MD
Crafted in Italy, this Bulgari Parentesi bracelet combines steel and gold for a sophisticated look. Weighing 60.5 grams with a flexible design, it offers comfortable wear on a 6.5-in...
Gold, Steel
Bvlgari 18K Yellow Gold Stainless Steel Vintage Parentesi Cuff Bracelet
By Bulgari
Located in Bethesda, MD
Authentic Bvlgari Parentesi cuff bracelet crafted in 18K yellow gold and stainless steel. Features the iconic geometric Parentesi design with signature flush terminals and high...
Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel
Yellow Gold and Diamond Serpent Bracelet
By Vaid
Located in Bethesda, MD
Elegant diamond serpent bracelet crafted in 18kt gold, featuring 100 sparkling diamonds totaling 1.70 carats. Designed to fit a size 5.5-6 inch wrist with a flexible construction tha...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Bvlgari Bvlgari Rose Gold Ring with Diamonds
By Bulgari
Located in Bethesda, MD
Iconic Bvlgari design in luxurious rose gold. This elegant ring features twelve brilliant diamonds totaling 0.28 carats, expertly set to catch the light from every angle. The signatu...
Diamond, Rose Gold
Tiffany & Co. 18K Rose Gold Venetian Box Link Bracelet
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Bethesda, MD
Crafted in solid 18K rose gold, this Tiffany & Co. Venetian box link bracelet exemplifies timeless elegance and superior craftsmanship. The refined box link design combines durab...
Rose Gold
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