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 Bulgari BB19 Tubogas Tri-Color Gold Wrap Watch
By Bulgari
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A Bulgari Tubogas 18k multi-color gold triple wrap-around watch, BB19 model (the case diameter is 19 mm). An iconic piece that lately became a must-have among fashionistas all over t...
Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$25,520Sale Price|20% Off
Bvlgari Tubogas 18K Tri Color BB 19 1 T Serpenti Watch
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
An exceptional Bvlgari Tubogas Serpenti watch crafted entirely in 18k tri-color gold, combining yellow, rose and white gold throughout the flexible coiled bracelet. The alternating g...
18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Bvlgari Tubogas 18K Yellow Gold vintage Ladies watch
By Bulgari
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
The Bvlgari Serpenti Tubogas 1N Ladies Watch is an elegant and luxurious timepiece that embodies the iconic Serpenti design. Its rectangular case measures 15mm by 20mm and is crafted...
18k Gold
Vintage 18 Karat Yellow Gold Tubogas Watch Bracelet by Bulgari
By Bulgari
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Tubogas Watch Bracelet by Bulgari, Italy. Composed of 18k yellow gold. With a round bezel and black dial, yellow gold markers. The bezel reads '...
18k Gold
$16,480Sale Price|20% Off
Bvlgari Parentesi 18K Yellow Gold BJ 01 H54486 Watch
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
The Bvlgari Parentesi 18K Yellow Gold BJ 01 H54486 watch is a refined example of the brand’s timeless Italian design from the 1980s. Crafted entirely in 18-karat yellow gold, this ...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Bulgari Tubogas 18K Yellow Gold Ladies Watch bracelet
By Bulgari
Located in Philadelphia, PA
An icon of Italian goldsmithing, this Bulgari Tubogas watch pairs the house's most recognizable design signature with a construction technique unlike anything else in fine watchmakin...
18k Gold
Vintage 1980s Bvlgari Two-Tone Tubogas Wrap Watch
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k yellow and white gold. Signed by Bvlgari Circa 1980s 19mm face
18k Gold
Bulgari Tubogas Gold Watch Bracelet BB 26 2T
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
Bvlgari Tubogas 18k gold watch bracelet, featuring slightly flexible design. Bracelet will fit approx. 7" wrist, case is 26mm in diamet...
Gold
Bulgari Parentesi Yellow Gold Diamond Watch Bracelet BG01
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
Iconic Parentesi watch bracelet by Bvlgari, set in 18k yellow gold, adorned with approx. 2.50ctw G/VS diamonds. All diamond dial. Bracelet will fit approx. 7" wrist (medium size). C...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Bvlgari Tubogas BB191T Serpenti 18K Yellow, White & Rose Gold Ladies Watch
By Bulgari
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Bvlgari Bvlgari Tubogas BB191T Serpenti Tri-Color Ladies' Watch. Features a 19mm 18k yellow gold case and a rose gold stationery bezel. The black dial is adorned with gold hands and ...
18k Gold
Vintage Bulgari Bvlgari Link Yellow Gold Bracelet
By Bulgari
Located in Southampton, PA
18k Yellow Gold Link Vintage Bracelet by Bulgari. Exuding timeless sophistication, this Vintage Bvlgari 18k Yellow Gold Link Bracelet showcases the brand’s mastery in crafting iconi...
Yellow Gold
Bulgari Yellow Gold Tubogas Snake Bangle Bracelet
By Bulgari
Located in Southampton, PA
An iconic symbol of Italian luxury, this authentic BVLGARI Tubogas Serpenti Coil Bangle is expertly crafted in 18K yellow gold and showcases the Maison’s legendary serpent-inspired d...
Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Ludo Swann Diamond Yellow Gold Watch
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Southampton, PA
18k Yellow Gold Diamond Ludo Swann Watch by Van Cleef & Arpels. With 254 round brilliant cut diamond VVS1 clarity, E color. This watch comes with service papers from Van Cleef & Ar...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Cartier Diabolo Pave Diamond Yellow Gold Quartz Wristwatch 1450
By Cartier
Located in Southampton, PA
18k Yellow Gold 15ct Pave Diamond Diabolo Wristwatch by Cartier 1450. With Round Brilliant Cut Diamonds VS1 clarity, E color total weight approximately 15ct Brand: Cartier Style Number: Diabolo 1450 Case Material: 18k Yellow Gold with Diamonds Dial Color: 18k Yellow Gold with Diamonds Movement: Quartz Functions: Hours, Minutes Crystal: Sapphire glass Case: 28mm Bezel: 18k Yellow Gold with Diamonds Crown: Diamond Lugs: Diamond Strap: 18k Yellow Gold with Diamonds Clasp: 18k Yellow Gold with Diamonds Works great, fully functional, absolutely mint, like new condition. Rare Style 1450 Includes Cartier Watch Box. Details: Case Dimensions: 28mm Watch Length: 6 3/4" Watch Band Width: 15mm Movement: Quartz Dial: 18k Yellow Gold with Diamonds Sword Shape 18k Yello Gold hands. Crown: Diamond Movement: Original Cartier Quartz Weight: 92.2 grams Water Resistant 3 ATM Stamped: Cartier Swiss...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Tiffany & Co Jean Schlumberger Yellow Gold Bowtie Bracelet
By Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Southampton, PA
An exceptional expression of Tiffany & Co. artistry, this Jean Schlumberger Bracelet is masterfully crafted in 18K yellow gold and showcases the designer’s iconic sculptural bowt...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Bvlgari Bulgari Diamond Set Of Two Yellow Gold Link Bracelets Necklace
By Bulgari
Located in Southampton, PA
18k Yellow Gold Diamond Set of Two Link Bracelets or a Necklace by Bulgari. The Rare Authentic Bvlgari 18k Yellow Gold Diamond Set Two Link Bracelets or One Necklace is a luxurious ...
Diamond, 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.
