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 18K Rose Gold Divas' Dream Necklace, 4.30ct Diamonds, Italy
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
Carat Weight: Diamonds - 4.00-4.30 cts. Color/Clarity: G-H color, VS clarity Creator: Bvlgari Metal: 18k rose gold Weight: 54 grams Era: Contemporary Condition: Used - Previously own...
Diamond, Rubelite, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Bulgari Monete Chain Bracelet in 18K Yellow Gold – Signed Jewelry
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
Size: 7.5 inches Creator: Bulgari Metal: 18k yellow gold Weight: 147.80 grams Period: Contemporary The Bulgari 'Monete' Chain Bracelet is a timeless piece of luxury and history. Ado...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Bulgari 18K Yellow Gold Multi-Colored Gem Diamond 'Elisa' Set, Italy
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
Gemstones: Diamonds, Amethysts, Tourmalines Carat Weight: 6.0-8.0 carats Color/Clarity: G-H color, VS clarity Creator: Bulgari Metal: 18K Yellow Gold Weight: 56 grams Step into a wo...
Amethyst, Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Trinity de Cartier Diamond Necklace: A Symbol of Timeless Elegance
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Carat Weight: Approx. 12.36 cts Color/Clarity: Round Brilliant Cut Diamonds Size: Necklace Length: 35 rows of diamonds Creator: Cartier Metal: 18K Yellow, White, and Rose Gold Weight...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Harry Winston 33.39 cts. Diamond Necklace in 18k Yellow Gold
By Harry Winston
Located in New York, NY
Carat Weight: 33.39 cts. Color/Clarity: G-H, VS Certifications: Harry Winston Certificate of authenticity Size: 16.12 inches Creator: Harry Winston Metal: 18K Yellow gold Weight: 48....
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Bulgari 18K Three Tone Gold Tubogas Coiled Bracelet
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
Size: 7.87 inches (20.0 cm) Inner Circumference Creator: Bulgari Metal: 18K Yellow, White, and Rose Gold Weight: 96.67 grams Period: Circa 1980s Condition: Pre-owned A stunning embo...
Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Copper
Bvlgari Bulgari Monete Gold Chain Necklace Ancient Roman Coins
By Bulgari
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A spectacular Bulgari Monete 18k gold necklace, featuring eight ancient Roman coins. This vintage Bulgari Monete necklace is made of 18k gold and set with a series of authentic ancie...
18k Gold, Mixed Metal, Gold
Bvlgari Monete 18K Yellow Gold Ancient Greek Coin Pendant Necklace
By Bulgari
Located in Feasterville, PA
Bvlgari 18k Yellow Gold Monete Necklace. Crafted with historical reverence, this necklace embodies Bvlgari's fusion of ancient artistry and modern elegance. The substantial curb-link...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Bvlgari Monete 18K Yellow Gold Ancient Greek Coin Pendant Necklace
By Bulgari
Located in Feasterville, PA
Bvlgari 18k Yellow Gold Monete Necklace. Crafted with historical reverence, this necklace embodies Bvlgari's fusion of ancient artistry and modern elegance. The substantial curb-link...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Bvlgari Monete 18K Yellow Gold Ancient Greek Coin Pendant Necklace
By Bulgari
Located in Feasterville, PA
Bvlgari 18k Yellow Gold Monete Necklace. Crafted with historical reverence, this necklace embodies Bvlgari's fusion of ancient artistry and modern elegance. The substantial curb-link...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Bulgari Antique Coin Monete Diamond Yellow Gold Link Chain Necklace
By Bulgari
Located in Southampton, PA
18k yellow gold and diamonds ancient coin of Roman Emperor Augustus on a link chain necklace by Bulgari. With Avgustus C. Augusto 27 d.c. - 14 d.c. Cistoforo 23mm 12 baguette diamo...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Bvlgari Monete Curb 18k Yellow Gold 7 Ancient Coin Necklace W/Service Papers
By Bulgari
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
A striking choker necklace by Bvlgari. Crafted in 18k yellow gold, this piece features a series of 7 Antique Coin Monete Link necklaces showcasing seven ancient coins set within a c...
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.
