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.
Estate 18K Yellow Gold Marco Bicego Mother of Pearl and Diamond LUNARIA Necklace
By Marco Bicego
Located in Hicksville, NY
Estate 18K Yellow Gold Marco Bicego Mother of Pearl and Diamond LUNARIA Necklace - VHK#792a Item Details Year: 2000s Metal Type: 18K Yellow Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 5...
White Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Estate 18K Yellow Gold Italian Made Diamond and Jade Necklace - VHK#923A
Located in Hicksville, NY
Estate 18K Yellow Gold Italian Made Diamond and Jade Necklace - VHK#923A Item Details: Year: 1980s Metal Type: 18K Yellow Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 11.7 grams Jade: 6 pi...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1960s 18K Yellow Gold Jade, Pearl and Diamond Necklace
Located in Hicksville, NY
Year: 1980s Item Details: Metal Type: 18K Yellow Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 131.0g Diamond Details: Weight: 2.50ct Cut: Round Brilliant Color: G Clarity: VS Each jade oval...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Estate Vintage Bulgari 18K Yellow Gold Alternating Link Necklace - VHK#814a
By Bulgari
Located in Hicksville, NY
Estate Vintage Bulgari 18K Yellow Gold Alternating Link Necklace - VHK#814a Item Details Year: 1980s Metal Type: 18K Yellow Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 88.9 grams Signed, ...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Estate FabeEstate Faberge 18K Yellow Gold and Enamel Unique Link Chain - VHK#974
Located in Hicksville, NY
Estate Faberge 18K Yellow Gold and Enamel Unique Link Chain - VHK#974 Item Details: Year: 1900s Metal Type: 18K Yellow Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 13.7 grams Maker: Faber...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Estate 18K Yellow Gold Multicolor 40ct Unheated Sapphire Necklace - VHK#343a
Located in Hicksville, NY
Estate 18K Yellow Gold Multicolor 40ct Unheated Sapphire Necklace - VHK#343a Item Details: Year: 1960s Metal Type: 18K Yellow Gold [Hallmar...
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
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 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
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...
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Malachite Yellow Gold Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Feasterville, PA
This Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra necklace, crafted in 18k yellow gold, exudes timeless elegance. Featuring a single malachite clover motif, it is secured by four small prongs...
Malachite, 18k Gold, Yellow 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
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.
