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.
Bvlgari Allegra Multi-Gemstone Pearl and Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Pendant Necklac
By Bulgari
Located in Guangzhou, CN
A breathtaking and iconic authentic Bvlgari pendant necklace from the celebrated Allegra collection, embodying the Maison's legendary passion for vibrant color, geometric harmony, an...
Bvlgari Allegra 18K Yellow Gold Multi-Gemstone Pearl Diamond Drop Necklace
By Bulgari
Located in Guangzhou, CN
Condition signs of wear Accessories Box&Invoice&Warranty card Weight 31.2g Designer Bvlgari Exterior Material 18K Gold
18k Gold
BVLGARI Divas Dream Pink Diamond Mother of Pearl Necklace Limited Edition
By Bulgari
Located in Guangzhou, CN
Condition signs of wear Accessories Box&Warranty card Weight 6.9g Designer Bvlgari Exterior Material 18K Gold
BVLGARI Diva's Dream Malachite Diamond Pendant 18K Gold
By Bulgari
Located in Guangzhou, CN
These are professional pictures of the actual item offered by Eluse. Condition: Good, normal signs of use Accessories:Box，card Designer: Bvlgari Model: Bvlgari Divas dream...
18k Gold
Bvlgari B.zero1 Necklace 18K Rose Gold Black Ceramic Pendant
By Bulgari
Located in Guangzhou, CN
These are professional pictures of the actual item offered by Eluse. Condition:Normal wear and tear Accessories: Box size: Weight:12.91g Designer: Bvlgari Exterior Material: ...
Bvlgari Divas' Dream 18K Rose Gold Pink Sapphire Diamond Pendant Necklace
By Bulgari
Located in Guangzhou, CN
An exquisite and romantic celebration of feminine grace and Italian grandeur, this authentic Bvlgari (Bulgari) Divas’ Dream pendant necklace is masterfully crafted in solid 18 karat ...
Bvlgari Allegra Multi-Gemstone Necklace
By Bulgari
Located in London, GB
Here we have a vibrant necklace by the world renowned Italian jewellery house of Bvlgari. This vintage creation is a symphony of colour and elegance, featuring a cascade of gemstones set in a rich 18ct yellow gold. Slender gold bars play host to a dazzling array of bright white round brilliant cut diamonds complemented by a variety of other stones, including Akoya pearls, citrines, amethyst, iolite, peridot and topaz, each draping gracefully and contributing the unique hue of the piece. The design is a testament to Bvlgari's mastery in combining bold colours with grace and refinement. Condition: Used (Very Good) Weight: 84.0 grams Collective Drop Dimensions: 88mm x 31mm (length x width) Total Diamond Weight: Approx. 2.55ct Diamond Details: Approx. Colour: G, Clarity: VS Necklace Length: 15 inches Necklace Width: 5mm - 3mm Fastening: Single Latched Tab Insert Marked: 'BVLGARI' & '750' Box: Bvlgari Leather Necklace...
Amethyst, Citrine, Diamond, Iolite, Peridot, Topaz, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Bulgari Allegra Collection Multi Gemstone Drop Necklace in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
By Bulgari
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This joyful and luxurious necklace from Bulgari’s Allegra Collection is a radiant celebration of color and craftsmanship. Crafted in 18 karat yellow gold, this piece features a playf...
Amethyst, Citrine, Iolite, Multi-gemstone, Pearl, Peridot, Topaz, Blue T...
Bulgari Allegra Pearls Diamonds & Multi-gemstone Necklace
By Bulgari
Located in Flushing, NY
Bulgari Allegra Pearls Diamonds & Multi-gemstone Necklace Bulgari Allegra necklace crafted in yellow gold Features Pearls and Colored gemstones Elegantly set with brilliant-cut...
Amethyst, Citrine, Diamond, Pearl, Peridot, Topaz, Tourmaline, Gold, Yel...
Bvlgari B.Zero1 Multi-Gem Lavalier Necklace
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k yellow gold with Amethyst, Citrine, Peridot, Topaz, and Tourmaline beads. Signed by Bvlgari 15 1/2 - 18 inches long + 3 inch drop
Amethyst, Citrine, Peridot, Topaz, Tourmaline, 18k Gold
Bvlgari Allegra Tourmaline Peridot Pearl & Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Drop Necklace
By Bulgari
Located in Birmingham, GB
Vintage Bvlgari Allegra Topaz, Pearl, Diamond, Amethyst, Peridot & Tourmaline 18k Yellow Gold Drop Necklace. Rare Bvlgari necklace featuring a collection of stunning natural gem...
Diamond, Peridot, Tourmaline, Amethyst, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Bulgari BVLGARI BVLGARI Multi Gemstone Necklace in Rose Gold
By Bulgari
Located in London, England
A beautiful vintage Bulgari malachite, mother of pearl and lapis lazuli necklace set in 18k rose gold from the "BVLGARI BVLGARI" collection, circa 20...
Lapis Lazuli, Malachite, 18k Gold, Rose 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.
