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.
Blue Topaz Diamond Graduated Necklace in 18kt White Gold
Located in New York, NY
The Modern Blue Topaz Diamond 18K White Gold Necklace is a stunning piece of jewelry designed to add elegance and sophistication to any outfit. The necklace is crafted from 18K white...
Diamond, Blue Topaz, 18k Gold, White Gold
Bulgari 82 Carat Aquamarine Gold Pendant Necklace
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
An 18k white gold chain with a pendant by Bvlgari, featuring an approx. 82 carat oval faceted aquamarine ( stone measures approx. 35 x 25.5 x 16.7mm). Chain is 20" long. Marked Bvlg...
Aquamarine, Gold
$22,840
H 0.44 in W 0.99 in L 9.01 in
10K White Gold Natural Diamond Royal Blue Topaz Elegant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Royal Blue Topaz and Diamond Necklace Metal Type: 10K White Gold Total Item Weight: 112.9 Grams Sizable: Yes Length: 9.0 in X Width: 25.0 mm X Height: 11.0 mm 1: Primary Stone: Topa...
Diamond, Topaz, 10k Gold, White Gold
Blue Topaz Necklace in Spectacle Setting in 18K White Gold
Located in London, England
Made of a single strand of 20 inches of breathtakingly beautiful blue topaz set in 18K white gold, this necklace is one that takes the minds of all who see it to a place of calm and ...
Topaz, Blue Topaz, 18k Gold, White Gold
$7,810
H 0.16 in W 0.58 in L 18 in
18K WG Pendant Necklace with 1.56 Carat Round Diamonds and 8.23 Carat Blue Topaz
Located in New York, NY
Video: Video Link Detailed Description: A striking balance of elegance and boldness, this 18 Karat white gold pendant showcases a harmonious blend of shimmering 1.56 carat round bril...
Diamond, Blue Topaz, 18k Gold, White Gold
Pasquale Bruni Diamond & Aquamarine Suite
By Pasquale Bruni
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Handmade in Italy by the legendary artisans of Pasquale Bruni, this breathtaking suite of high jewelry is a sublime celebration of elegance, femininity, and masterful craftsmanship, ...
Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Blue Topaz and Diamond Pendant Set in 18 Karat White Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Blue Topaz 32.29 carats, Blue Topaz 0.67 carat and Diamond 0.22 carat Pendant set in 18 Karat White Gold Settings (chain not included) Width: 1.8 cm Length: 4.2 cm Total Weight: 11...
Diamond, Topaz, Blue Topaz, 18k Gold, White Gold
Necklace Blue Topaz Pendant with a Diamond White Gold 18 Karats
Located in Vannes, FR
Swiss Blue Topaz Pendant Necklace with a Diamond. Withe Gold 18 carats French Collection by Mesure et Art du Temps. This necklace is very light to wear and discreet, it has its effe...
Diamond, Topaz, Blue Topaz, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$7,257Sale Price|20% Off
Italian Breathtaking 18k London Blue Topaz Diamonds White Gold Necklace for Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
Necklace White Gold 18 K (Matching Ring and Earrings Available) Diamond 1,14 carat London Blue Topaz Weight 13,7 grams Length 43 cm With a heritage of ancient fine Swiss jewelry t...
Diamond, White Diamond, Topaz, Blue Topaz, White Gold
Roman Malakov 1.96 Carats Aquamarine & Diamond Halo Necklace in White Gold
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
A stunning pendant necklace, showcasing two cushion cut aquamarines weighing 1.96 carats total, both surrounded by a halo of round cut diamonds. Accented by a line of two round and b...
Aquamarine, Diamond, 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.
