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 Diva's Dream Diamond Earrings in 18K White Gold 2.10 Carat Total
By Bulgari
Located in Chicago, IL
A dazzling interpretation of one of Bvlgari’s most iconic motifs, these Diva’s Dream diamond earrings embody the glamour, elegance, and architectural beauty that define the legendary...
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
BULGARI Diva's Dream Diamond White Gold Earrings
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
These fabulous Bvlgari earrings from the classic Diva's Dream collection features a mosaic fan design crafted in 18k white gold and set with 106 round brilliant E-F-G VVS1-VVS2 diamo...
Diamond, White Gold
Bvlgari 18k White Gold Elysia Diamond Drop Earrings
By Bulgari
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Crafted in 18kt white gold, these sophisticated Bvlgari Elisia drop earrings feature an elegant, articulated design with elliptical hoops pavé-set with brilliant-cut diamonds and acc...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Bulgari Divas’ Dream 0.94ct Diamond Earrings With Pave Diamonds 18K White Gold
By Bulgari
Located in Aventura, FL
Divas' Dream earrings in 18 kt white gold set with a diamond and pavé diamonds. Inspired by feminine elegance and by the enchanting allure of the eternal city, the Divas' Dream earRi...
Diamond, White Gold
Bvlgari Divas' Dream Pear & Round Cut Diamond Openwork Earrings 18K White Gold
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
Quintessentially feminine and glamorous, these earrings capture the essence of Italian beauty. Crafted in lustrous 18K white gold. These earrings feature fan shaped motifs studded wi...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
BVLGARI GIA Certified 14 Carat Diamond Drop Earrings
By Bulgari
Located in Chicago, IL
A pair of exquisite Bvlgari drop earrings featuring a total diamond weight of 13.97 carats. These earrings weigh 8.4 grams and are adorned with six natural shield and square emerald-...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Bvlgari Diamond Astrale Earrings
By Bulgari
Located in London, GB
Here we have a lovely pair of earrings from the luxury jewellery designer Bvlgari. The earrings feature 1.10 carats of perfectly matched round brilliant cut diamonds. The elegant des...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Bvlgari Serpenti 18K White Gold 1.52ct Diamond Earrings
By Bulgari
Located in Southampton, PA
These Bvlgari Serpenti earrings will add a touch of luxury to any occasion. Designed to resemble a stylized snakes head, the sleek 18K White ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
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Bulgari Fiori Diamond Earrings 18K White Gold 1.45 Carat Floral Design
By Bulgari
Located in Chicago, IL
An elegant and iconic design from Bulgari’s celebrated Fiori collection, these exquisite earrings are crafted in 18K white gold and set with approximately 1.45 carats of brilliant di...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Bvlgari Serpenti 18K White Gold 1.52ct Diamond Earrings BV02-011426
By Bulgari
Located in Southampton, PA
An abstract snakes head design makes these Bvlgari Serpenti earrings instantly alluring. Set in 18K White Gold, these iconic earrings shine b...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Pair of Verdura 18k Yellow Gold and Platinum Diamond Swirl Earrings
By Verdura
Located in New York, NY
The earrings: Designed as a pair of swirls in eighteen karat yellow gold and platinum set with (34) round brilliant cut diamonds weighing approximately 0.70 carat total. They are acc...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Bvlgari Bulgari Lucea 18K White Gold and Diamond Collar Necklace
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
The necklace: Designed as a polished eighteen karat white gold fringe collar composed of square, bullet, and marquise shaped links. The necklace is set with (72) diamonds weighing ap...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Bulgari Bvlgari Divas' Dream 18K Rose Gold and Diamond Pendant Necklace
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
The necklace: Designed as a polished eighteen karat rose gold chain suspending a fan shaped pendant. Set throughout with (55) diamonds weighing approximately 0.93 carat total. The ch...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Pomellato Catene 18k Rose Gold Silver and Diamond Ring
By Pomellato
Located in New York, NY
The ring: Designed as a knot in highly polished eighteen karat rose gold with diamond pave set in rhodium plated silver. Set with "392" diamonds weighing approximately 7.80 carats. I...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Rhodium, Silver
A Cartier Love Bracelet Classic Model 4 Diamond 18K White Gold Size 16
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
The bracelet: A Cartier Love bangle bracelet designed in eighteen karat white gold set with four round brilliant cut diamonds. This Classic model is a size 16. The bracelet is in ve...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels 18K White & Rose Gold Pink Sapphire & Diamond Butterfly Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
The Ring: Designed as a highly polished eighteen karat white and rose gold ring featuring two butterflies. It is set with (34) pink sapphires weighing approximately 0.88 carat and ro...
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose 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.
