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.
Bulgari 1989 Diamond Pearl Multi-Gem 18K Gold Vintage Geometric Collar Necklace
By Bulgari
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Comprised of fitted geometric segments displaying a chevron zig-zag pattern centering two rows of diamonds Round brilliant cut and weighing approximately 10.00 carats total - G color...
Diamond, Pearl, Peridot, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Bulgari 1980's Multi-Gem 18K YG 18K Gold Vintage Three Stone Station Necklace
By Bulgari
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a fancy link chain centering a stylized station featuring oval cut buff-top tourmaline, peridot, and citrine Transparent medium reddish pink, yellowish green, and brownis...
Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Bvlgari 1980's Pearl 18K Gold Vintage Doppio Passo Fancy Link Chain Necklace
By Bulgari
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Necklace comprised of deeply grooved links accented by 8.6 mm round cultured pearl stations White in body color with rosé overtones and excellent luster With a high polished gold fin...
Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Bulgari 1980's Pearl 18 Karat Yellow Gold Vintage Passo Doppio Station Necklace
By Bulgari
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Necklace comprised of deeply grooved links accented by 8.0 mm round cultured pearl stations White in body color with rosé overtones and excellent luster With a high polished gold fin...
Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Bvlgari 1980's 18 Karat Tri-Colored Gold Vintage Gancio Link Chain Necklace
By Bulgari
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Necklace comprised of round rose gold beads, white gold bar link, and interlocking yellow gold links Fitted and alternating in classic "Gancio" motif pattern fully around Completed b...
Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Marco Bicego Multi-Gem 18 Karat Yellow Gold Paradise Station Necklace
By Marco Bicego
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Comprised of gold cable link chain with brushed gold tear-drop and briolette cut multi-gem beads Gemstones are pink tourmaline, amethyst, garnet, citrine, green tourmaline, blue topa...
Amethyst, Citrine, Garnet, Peridot, Topaz, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, Y...
Bulgari Allegra Pearls Diamonds & Multi-gemstone Necklace
By Bulgari
Located in Flushing, NY
Bulgari Allegra Pearls Diamonds & Multi-gemstone Necklace Bulgari Allegra necklace crafted in yellow gold Features Pearls and Colored gemstones Elegantly set with brilliant-cut...
Amethyst, Citrine, Diamond, Pearl, Peridot, Topaz, Tourmaline, Gold, Yel...
Bvlgari Allegra 18k Yellow Gold Pearls Diamonds & Multi-Gemstone Necklace
By Bulgari
Located in Guangzhou, CN
Embodying Bvlgari's signatures of bold Italian glamour and euphoric color composition, this authentic double-strand necklace originates from the iconic Allegra Collection.
Bulgari Allegra Collection Multi Gemstone Drop Necklace in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
By Bulgari
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This joyful and luxurious necklace from Bulgari’s Allegra Collection is a radiant celebration of color and craftsmanship. Crafted in 18 karat yellow gold, this piece features a playf...
Peridot, Diamond, Blue Topaz, Topaz, Pearl, Multi-gemstone, Iolite, Citr...
Bvlgari Allegra Multi-Gemstone Pearl and Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Pendant Necklac
By Bulgari
Located in Guangzhou, CN
A breathtaking and iconic authentic Bvlgari pendant necklace from the celebrated Allegra collection, embodying the Maison's legendary passion for vibrant color, geometric harmony, an...
Bvlgari Allegra Multi-Gemstone Pearl and Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Pendant Necklac
By Bulgari
Located in Guangzhou, CN
A breathtaking and iconic authentic Bvlgari pendant necklace from the celebrated Allegra collection, embodying the Maison's legendary passion for vibrant color, geometric harmony, an...
Bvlgari 18K Yellow Gold Lycea Pearl Chain 33 Inches Long Necklace
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
A timeless and elegant creation from Bvlgari, this “Lycea” necklace is beautifully crafted in rich 18K yellow gold and features a flowing design adorned with luminous cultured pearls...
Pearl, 18k Gold, 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.
