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 Solid 18k Rose Gold B. Zero 1 Open Cuff Bangle Bracelet Size M
By Bulgari
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: Solid 18k Rose Gold Weight: 20.94 Grams Type: Open Cuff Bangle Size: Size Medium, Will fit up to a 6.75 inch wrist Clasp: No Clasp Overall Width: 6mm (0.23") (by the open a...
Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Bulgari B.Zero1 Bracelet 18K Rose Gold Bangle
By Bulgari
Located in Aventura, FL
Drawing its inspiration from the most renowned amphitheater of the world, the Colosseum, the B.zero1 bracelet is a true statement of Bvlgari’s creative vision, challenging the very e...
18k Gold, Rose Gold
Bvlgari B.zero1 18K Rose Gold Ceramic Bracelet BV38-012826
By Bulgari
Located in Southampton, PA
This Bvlgari B.Zero1 bracelet is an innovative piece that pairs intricate craftsmanship with industrial design. Sleek and sophisticated, the center of this bangle bracelet features a...
18k Gold, Rose Gold
BVLGARI Rose Gold B.zero1 Bracelet
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
BVLGARI Rose Gold B.zero1 Bracelet PRIMARY DETAILS SKU: 156966 Listing Title: BVLGARI Rose Gold B.zero1 Bracelet Condition Description: Created in 1999 to celebrate the Millenium, t...
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 Rose Gold and Diamond Bracelet
By Bulgari
Located in New Orleans, LA
This iconic Bulgari B.zero1 bangle exemplifies the house’s mastery of contemporary luxury design. Crafted in 18K rose gold, the bracelet is pavé set with diamonds totaling 11.60 cara...
Diamond, Rose Gold
BVLGARI B.zero1 18K Rose Gold and Black Ceramic Hinged Bangle Bracelet Size M
By Bulgari
Located in Guangzhou, CN
A striking and sophisticated creation from BVLGARI's iconic B.zero1 collection, this sleek hinged bangle bracelet masterfully blends Italian architectural heritage with contemporary ...
Boucheron Quatre Clou de Paris 18 Karat Rose Gold Bangle
By Boucheron
Located in London, GB
A Boucheron Quatre Clou de Paris 18 karat rose gold bangle. This rose gold square motif hinged bangle by Boucheron is part of its Quatre Clou de Paris collection. Signed 'Bouchero...
18k Gold, Rose Gold, Gold
Bulgari Rose Gold Serpenti Viper Bracelet
By Bulgari
Located in Princeton, NJ
A large size 18 karat rose gold Bulgari Serpenti Viper bracelet, current model. Building on Bulgari's long history of using the form of a serpent, this bracelet immediately recalls t...
18k Gold, Rose Gold
Bvlgari Fiorever Diamond 18k Rose Gold Bangle Bracelet Sz M
By Bulgari
Located in Feasterville, PA
Bvlgari Fiorever Diamond 18k Rose Gold Bangle Bracelet is a masterful blend of Roman spirit and timeless elegance. Crafted from warm 18k...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Bulgari Bvlgari Serpenti Viper Diamond Mother Of Pearl Gold Bangle Bracelet
By Bulgari
Located in Southampton, PA
18k Rose Gold Diamond Mother Of Pearl Serpenti Viper Snake Bangle Bracelet by Bulgari. Round brilliant cut diamonds and Mother Of Pearl stones Retail Price: $21,600 Details: Size: ...
Diamond, Pearl, Rose Gold
Cartier Juste un Clou Diamond Rose Gold Nail Bangle Bracelet Size 16
By Cartier
Located in Southampton, PA
18k Rose Gold Diamond Juste Un Clou Nail Bangle Bracelet Size 16 by CARTIER. This bracelet comes with service paper from Cartier store in NY and a Cartier box. Retail Price: $15,00...
Diamond, Rose Gold
Cartier Juste Un Clou Diamond Rose Gold Nail Bangle Bracelet
By Cartier
Located in Southampton, PA
18k Rose Gold Diamond Juste Un Clou Nail Bangle Bracelet Size 16 by CARTIER. The Cartier Juste un Clou Nail Bangle is an exquisite bracelet crafted in 18k rose gold, adorned with sp...
Diamond, Rose Gold
Hermes H Open Rose Gold Cuff Bangle Bracelet
By Hermès
Located in Southampton, PA
18k Rose Gold H Open Cuff Bangle Bracelet by Hermes. This bracelet is size ST Length: 6.46" Details: Weight: 21.7 grams Width: 11mm Stamped Hallmarks: HERMES 750...
Rose Gold
Tiffany & Co Rose Gold 9 Row Melody Calife Picasso Bangle Bracelet
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Southampton, PA
18k Yellow Gold 9 Row Paloma Picasso Melody Calife Bracelet by Tiffany & Co. Indulge in the splendor of this Authentic Tiffany & Co 18k Rose Go...
18k Gold, Rose Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Perlee Diamond Clover Rose Gold Bangle Bracelet
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Southampton, PA
18k Rose Gold Diamond Clover Perlee Bangle Bracelet by Van Cleef & Arpels. This authentic Van Cleef & Arpels bangle bracelet in 18k rose gold features signature diamond clo...
Diamond, 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.
