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 B-Zero Three Row Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Band Ring Size 52 (US 6)
By Bulgari
Located in Boca Raton, FL
An iconic expression of modern Italian luxury, this 18K yellow gold Bvlgari B.Zero1 diamond band features the collection’s signature architectural design in a bold three-row silhouet...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Bvlgari B.Zero1 Diamond White Ceramic 18KRG Band Ring B&P's Size 54 (US 7) NEW
By Bulgari
Located in Boca Raton, FL
The Bvlgari B.Zero1 diamond and white ceramic band ring is a stunning fusion of modern style and classic luxury. Crafted from 18K rose gold, it features a smooth white ceramic band a...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Cartier Love Me Set of Band Rings 18 Karat White & Yellow Gold Size 56 Vintage
By Cartier
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Vintage Cartier Love Me Ring Set crafted in 18K yellow and white gold, featuring two sculptural interlocking bands designed with complementary...
Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Trinity 18K Tri-Color Gold Rolling Ring Size 52 (US 6) Vintage 1990
By Cartier
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Vintage Cartier Trinity rolling ring crafted in 18 karat yellow, white, and rose gold, featuring three interlocking bands that move fluidly together on the finger. Each band measures...
Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Bvlgari B.Zero1 Diamond Black Ceramic 18K Rose Gold Ring Size 6 (52) NEW B&P's
By Bulgari
Located in Boca Raton, FL
The Bvlgari B.Zero1 diamond and black ceramic ring is a striking blend of modern elegance and timeless luxury. Crafted from 18K rose gold, it features a sleek black ceramic band enci...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Bvlgari BZero 18 Karat Rose Gold Cuff Bangle Bracelet New Box & Papers
By Bulgari
Located in Boca Raton, FL
This Bvlgari B.Zero1 cuff bangle bracelet is crafted in radiant 18K rose gold and showcases the iconic spiral design inspired by Rome’s Colosseum—a bold symbol of modern Italian styl...
Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Bulgari, B.zero1 18K White Gold Ring
By Bulgari
Located in Chicago, IL
From the classic B.zero1 Collection, this ring contains engraved Bulgari edges and collapsable spiral center. Ring Size: 7 Stamp: BVLGARI 750 MADE IN ITALY (Italian hallmark for Bul...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Bulgari B. Zero 1 18k White Gold 7.8mm Wide Band Ring Size 54
By Bulgari
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: Solid 18k White Gold Weight: 13.75 Grams Ring Size: Size 54 European / 6 US (can Not custom size this ring) Ring Width: 7.8mm (0.30") Ring Height: 2.6mm rise off the fing...
Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Bvlgari B.ZERO1 Logo Etched Three-Band Wide Modern Band Ring 18 Karat White Gold
By Bulgari
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Ring size: 11.25 (65 EU) Introducing the luxurious and modern Bulgari B.ZERO1 Logo Etched Three-Band Ring. This exquisite piece draws inspiration from the iconic Colosseum, represen...
Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Bvlgari Zero-1 18kt white Gold 4 Band Ring size 53
By Bulgari
Located in Aventura, FL
This contemporary Bulgari B.Zero1 ring is expertly crafted in 18k white gold and features the collection’s distinctive four-band design, inspired by the architectural grandeur of Rom...
Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Bvlgari B.zero1 18k White Gold Band Ring
By Bulgari
Located in Feasterville, PA
A modern ring epitomizing Bvlgari's signature spiral motif, showcasing innovative design and mechanical elegance. Crafted in solid 18k white gold, the ring features a spiral structu...
18k Gold, White Gold
Bvlgari B.zero1 18k White Gold Band Ring
By Bulgari
Located in Feasterville, PA
A modern ring epitomizing Bvlgari's signature spiral motif, showcasing innovative design and mechanical elegance. Crafted in solid 18k white gold, the ring features a spiral structu...
18k Gold, White 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.
