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.
Vintage Bvlgari ceramic 18k white gold circular drop earrings
By Bulgari
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Iconic Bvlgari earrings from the 1990's in gleaming white gold, showcasing bold ceramic insets with a signature Italian design and luxurious vintage appeal.
Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Bvlgari 18ct White Gold Astrale Earrings 21.43g
By Bulgari
Located in SYDNEY, NSW
These rare Bvlgari Astrale earrings are crafted in luxurious 18ct white gold, embodying the brand’s signature balance of elegance and bold design. Each earring showcases a radiant mu...
18k Gold, White Gold
Bvlgari B.zero1 18 Carat White Gold Small Hoop Earrings
By Bulgari
Located in London, GB
A modern and chic pair of hoop earrings by luxury jewellery designer, Bulgari, from one of their most iconic collections, B.zero1. The gorgeous earrings are exquisitely crafted in l...
Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Bvlgari "Cerchi Astrale" Diamond Earrings in 18 Karat White Gold
By Bulgari
Located in Lucerne, CH
The Bvlgari diamond earrings from the "Cerchi Astrale" collection, which embodies celestial beauty and timeless elegance. This collection draws inspiration from the cosmos, featuring...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Bulgari 14 Karat White Gold Pave Diamond Earrings
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: Bulgari Material: 14k white gold Diamonds: 38 round brilliant cuts = 0.56cttw Dimensions: earrings measure 15.75mm in diameter Fastening: clip on Weight: 7.48 grams
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Bulgari Astrale 18K White Gold Diamond and Ceramic Earrings Bvlgari
By Bulgari
Located in Broomall, PA
These Bvlgari Astrale earrings carry a classic design that never goes out of style. Each earring is built from concentric circular motifs that dangle from a Diamond-set top, with spa...
Diamond, White Gold
Bulgari 18K Yellow White Gold Earring
By Bulgari
Located in Flushing, NY
Bulgari 18K Yellow White Gold Earring Marked: 750 BVLGARI Approximate Dimensions: 2.3 cm (Length) 1.15 cm (Width) 14.1 grams in weight.
Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Bvlgari Estate Sterling Silver Cufflinks 16.24 Grams
By Bulgari
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Authentic Bvlgari Estate Sterling Silver Cufflinks 16.24 Grams B17 TRUSTED SELLER SINCE 2002 PLEASE SEE OUR HUNDREDS OF POSITIVE FEEDBACKS FROM OUR CLIENTS! FREE SHIPPING DETAILS...
Sterling Silver
Vintage Bvlgari 18K White Gold Black Onyx Stud Earrings Italy 12.9mm 6g
By Bulgari
Located in Addison, TX
Details: • Authentic Bvlgari • Bvlgari Bvlgari Collection • Solid 18K White Gold • Natural Black Onyx Inlay • Circular Logo Design • Engraved BVLGARI BVLGARI Motif • Post Back Stud E...
Onyx, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Bvlgari Bulgari B.Zero1 18 Karat White Gold Hoop Stud Earrings with Box
By Bulgari
Located in Birmingham, GB
Vintage Bvlgari B.Zero1 18k White Gold Hoop Earrings. A pair of 18k white gold earring hoops from the Bvlgari B.zero1 collection. The earrings measure 17 x 9mm and feature a lever-...
Gold, 18k 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.
