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 Pearl and Diamond Clip-On Earrings, 2010s
By Bulgari
Located in Roma, RM
Refined and sculptural BVLGARI clip-on earrings crafted in 18k gold, exemplifying the Maison’s distinctive approach to contemporary high jewelry. The design features a sophisticated ...
Diamond, Pearl
18 Karat White Gold Akoya Pearl and Diamond Drop Earrings
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom designed Material: 18K white gold Diamond: 6 baguette cut = 0.12cttw Color: G Clarity: SI1 Dimensions: earrings measure 27.25mm Weight: 8.55 grams
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
Roberto Casarin 18k White Gold 7 ct Diamond and Cultured South Sea Pearl Earring
By Roberto Casarin
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Features a unique Cultured South Sea Pearl Surrounded by appx 7 ct diamonds Gross Weight: 28 grams Gross Carat Weight: 7 carats Dimensions of Earrings:1" x 1" Pearls Appx 11.6 mm in ...
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
$11,500 / set
18kt White Gold Pearl & Diamond Set of Earrings
Located in Tel Aviv, IL
These Beautiful Estate Cultivate Natural South Sea Pearls Diamond Earrings Feature: South Sea Pearl Shape : Round Total earring weight: 5.55 g earring length: 4cm Average Color/Surf...
Diamond, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
Passo Doppio Pearl Earrings by Bulgari
By Bulgari
Located in Bethesda, MD
Timeless elegance meets vintage luxury with these authentic Bulgari Passo Doppio Pearl Earrings. Crafted in 18kt yellow gold, this iconic design from the 1980s showcases the brand's ...
Pearl, 18k Gold
$2,691Sale Price / item|25% Off
L 1.75 in
18 Karat White Gold Diamond Drop South Sea Pearl Earrings 1.14 Carats
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
18 Karat White Gold drop earrings featuring 104 round brilliants weighing 1.14 carats and two South Sea Pearls measuring 12-13 MM. Can customize pearl to ...
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
Pair of Vintage 18kt White Gold Pearl and Diamond Earrings, Italy, 1970s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of vintage earrings with 18 karat white gold, 12mm pearls and brilliant diamonds for a total of 2.2 karats on each earring, Italy 1970s Length 2.5 cm
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
Diamond Akoya Pearl Earrings 14k White Gold Certified
By Enrico Kassini
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Finely Faceted Quality Diamond Akoya Pearl Earrings 14 KT 8.55 mm Certified $1,895 018210 This is a One of a Kind Unique Custom Made Glamorous Piece of Jewelry! Nothing says, “I Lo...
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold
$6,885
H 0.22 in W 0.51 in L 1.3 in
Vintage Cultured Pearl 2.84 Carat Diamond, 18k White Gold Earrings Circa 1970
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive pair of vintage cultured pearl and 2.84 carat diamond, 18 karat white gold and silver set earrings; part of our diverse pearl earring collections. Th...
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, White Gold, Silver
Cellini Jewelers 18KT White Gold, 3.91CT. Diamond & South Sea Pearl Drop Earring
By Cellini
Located in New York, NY
Cellini Jewelers NYC 18KT White Gold earrings, are composed of 3.91 carats of diamonds and 14.5mm X 12mm South Sea Pearls. Approximately 300 round...
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, White Gold
Poiray Multi Strand Akoya Pearl Necklace Gold Clasp
By Poiray
Located in Geneva, CH
Elegant and timeless torsade necklace made of 15 strands of Akoya pearls. Features a 18K gold (yellow, white, pink) clasp with Poiray maker's mark. Wrist Lenght: 42 cm Condition: V...
Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Poiray Multi Strand Akoya Pearl Bracelet Gold Clasp
By Poiray
Located in Geneva, CH
Elegant and sophisticated torsade bracelet made of 14 strands of Akoya pearls. Features a 18K gold 4-bands clasp with Poiray maker's mark. Lenght: 21.5 cm Condition: Very Good Comes With: Original Poiray pouch All items at la Bourse du Luxe...
Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Sabbadini White Gold Yellow Sapphires Green Lacquer Colourful Flowers Earrings
By Sabbadini
Located in Geneva, CH
Beautiful set of pre-owned earrings from the Milano house of Sabbadini. The Colourful Flowers collection is a celebration of delicate shapes, joyful colors and infinite nuances. This...
Yellow Sapphire, White Gold
Green Tahitian South Sea Pearl Necklace
Located in Geneva, CH
This gorgeous pre-owned green Tahitian South Sea pearl graduated necklace features 39 pearls carefully chosen for their radiant luster and green overtone. Their sizes range from 9-1...
South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
Bvlgari B.Zero1 Yellow Gold Necklace
By Bulgari
Located in Geneva, CH
Drawing its inspiration from the most renowned amphitheater of the world, the Colosseum, the B.zero1 necklace is a true statement of Bulgari’s creative vision. The distinctive spiral surrounded by 2 rings engraved with Bvlgari letters set loose on a yellow gold chain. A mini Bvlgari charm...
Yellow Gold
Dior Rose Des Vents Diamond Mother of Pearl 18k Yellow Gold Long Necklace
By Christian Dior
Located in Geneva, CH
Beautiful interpretation from Victoire de Castellane of Mr. Dior's lucky star in the form of a wind rose, an eight-pointed star design. This amazing 18K yellow gold long necklace can...
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.
