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.
18k Yellow Gold Cabochon Bezel Ruby Sapphire Emerald & Diamond Link Bracelet
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- Natural Genuine 3 Rubies, 2 Sapphires & 2 Emeralds - Oval Cabochon Cut - Bezel Set - Red, Blue & Green - 6.7x4.8mm to 7.1x4.9mm (approx.) (14) Natural Genuine Diamonds ...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Bulgari 33.86 ct Ruby & Diamond Bracelet in 18K Gold – Signed Estate
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
Carat Weight: Ruby 33.86 carats Certifications: SSEF Size: 15.5 cm Creator: Bulgari Metal: 18k yellow gold Weight: 113.30 grams Period: 1993 Condition: Used - Previously owned, light...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Bulgari Tubogas Peridot and Tourmaline Bracelet in 18K Yellow Gold
By Bulgari
Located in Chicago, IL
A distinctive Bulgari bracelet from the iconic Tubogas collection, crafted in 18 karat yellow gold and accented by two vibrant peridots. The bracelet features the signature flexible...
Peridot, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Emerald Sapphire Ruby and Diamond Bracelet in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Bracelet Specifications: Metal: 18k Yellow Gold Gemstones: 2 red rubies, 2 green emeralds and 2 blue sapphires Gemstones Total Carat Weight: ~0.60 carats Diamond Count: 5 Diamon...
Ruby, Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Multi Gemstone Chain Bracelet in 18K Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Bracelets are worn to enhance the look. Women love to look good. It is common to see a woman rocking a lovely gold bracelet on her wrist. A gold gemstone bracelet is the ultimate sta...
Emerald, Multi-gemstone, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Louis Fiessler 18KY Sapphire, Emerald, Ruby Bracelet
By Louis Fiessler
Located in Cincinnati, OH
By designer Louis Fiessler, this bracelet is a classic. 18 karat yellow polished curb chain with five oval bezel set stones. Two rubies, two sapphires...
Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold
French 1980s Sapphires Rubies Emeralds 18 Karat Yellow Gold Bracelet
Located in Poitiers, FR
Bracelet in 18 karat yellow gold, eagle head hallmark. This elegant second-hand yellow gold bracelet is made up of godron-patterned gold pearl and smaller smooth gold pearls strung on a gold chain. The design is spaced with three faceted blue sapphire pearls. Adorned on either side with a small chiseled gold corolla. Two faceted emerald pearls and two faceted ruby pearls feature the same corollas and adorn the bracelet. The clasp is a wide lobster clasp with a safety chain. interior circumference: 16.5 cm approximately, width: 9.7 mm approximately. Total weight of the jewel: 17.3 g approximately. Second-hand yellow gold bracelet with emeralds, sapphires, and rubies - Very good condition - Very little worn - Fully inspected and tested - Sold with a certificate of authenticity. Our opinion: Originating from Italy, this yellow gold bracelet set with precious stones is inspired by Indian Maharaja jewelry...
Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Bvlgari Certified Natural Multi Color Sapphire and Diamond Bracelet
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
Bulgari Certified Natural Unheated Multi Color Sapphire and Diamond Bracelet A yellow gold bracelet composed of oval links set with multicolor sapphires, each framed by round cut di...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
1980s Sapphire, Emerald and Ruby 18kt Curb Link Bangle
Located in Malmö, Skåne län
Classic for a reason. Curb link bangle, set with 3 cabochon cut natural stones, emerald, sapphire and ruby with a total weight of approximately 6.96ct. The stones are of high qualit...
Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$14,500
H 7.25 in W 0.6 in D 0.3 in Dm 0.6 in L 7.25 in
Vintage 14K Yellow Gold Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, and Ruby Baguette Bracelet
Located in Plantation, FL
A spectacular example of the jeweler’s art, this magnificent 14-karat yellow gold multicolor precious gemstone bracelet represents the pinnacle of calibrated baguette craftsmanship. ...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow 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
Vintage Tiffany & Co. France Diamond Emerald Yellow Gold Bracelet
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Southampton, PA
A testament to timeless elegance, this Vintage Tiffany & Co France 18k Yellow Gold Diamond Emerald Bracelet showcases exquisite craftsmanship. Crafted from radiant 18k gold, it...
Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage Bulgari Pink Tourmaline Amethyst Blue Topaz Yellow Gold Link Necklace
By Bulgari
Located in Southampton, PA
18k Yellow Gold Pink Tourmaline, Amethyst, Blue Topaz 16" Long Link Necklace by Bulgari. With 2 oval pink tourmaline stones 2 blue topaz stones 3 amethysts Details: Length: 16" W...
Amethyst, Tourmaline, Blue Topaz, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Star Diamond Ruby Emerald Sapphire Yellow Gold Bangle Bracelet
By Cartier
Located in Southampton, PA
18k Yellow Gold Diamond Sapphire Emerald Ruby Bangle Bracelet by Cartier. With round brilliant cut diamonds VVS1 clarity, F-H color Round rubies, emeralds and sapphires This bracelet...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Yellow Gold
Cartier Trinity Round Wide Link Multi Color Gold Bracelet
By Cartier
Located in Southampton, PA
18k Tri-Colored Gold (Yellow, White, Rose) Trinity Wide Round Link Bracelet by Cartier. Details: Length: 7 3/4" Weight: 63.1 grams Width: 18mm Stamped Hallmarks: Cartier 750 Cartier 1991...
18k 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
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.
