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 Serpenti Viper One-Coil 18K Rose Gold Pave Diamonds Bracelet
By Bulgari
Located in Aventura, FL
Serpenti Viper one-coil 18 kt rose gold bracelet set with pavé diamonds on the head and tail. With its signature blend of pure aesthetics, enveloping shapes, and charismatic flair, t...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Cartier 18K Rose Gold Love Collection Bracelet Bangle Size 18
By Cartier
Located in Aventura, FL
LOVE bracelet, 18K rose gold (750/1000). Comes with a screwdriver. Width: 6.1 mm. Created in New York in 1969, the LOVE bracelet is an icon of jewelry design: a close-fitting, oval b...
18k Gold, Rose Gold
Cartier Love Bracelet Classic Model 4 Diamonds 18K Rose Gold with Screwdriver
By Cartier
Located in Aventura, FL
The LOVE collection began with the iconic bracelet created in New York in 1969. An expression of Cartier's design vision, this oval bracelet can be identified by its radical, innovat...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Cartier Love Bracelet Classic Model Two Functional Screws 18K Rose Gold Bangle
By Cartier
Located in Aventura, FL
The LOVE collection began with the iconic bracelet created in New York in 1969. An expression of Cartier's design vision, this oval bracelet can be identified by its radical, innovat...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Cartier Ecrou De Cartier Bracelet 18K Rose Gold Size 17 Banlge
By Cartier
Located in Aventura, FL
A transformation of the ordinary to the extraordinary: the new Écrou de Cartier collection. A bold new design, Écrou de Cartier embodies daring and limitless style. Forceful and exquisite at the same time, it makes a striking statement of sophistication. Details: Brand: Cartier Model: Écrou Bracelet...
Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Bulgari B.zero1 18K Yellow Gold and Stainless Steel Oval Hinged Bangle Bracelet
By Bulgari
Located in Aventura, FL
Bulgari 18k Yellow Gold and Steel Hinged Bangle from the B.Zero1 Series. The shaped Bangle with Steel Edges and 18k Yellow Gold in Between Bvlgari Is Engraved on the Top & Bottom...
Yellow Gold, Steel, Stainless Steel
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
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
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
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...
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
Cartier Love Bangle Bracelet 18k Rose Gold
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier classic Love bracelet bangle in size 19. Crafted in 18k rose gold. Width: 6.1mm. New style screw system. Excellent pre-owned condition. Looks unwo...
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.
