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 Serpenti Viper Slim Necklace With Full Pave Diamonds 18K White Gold
By Bulgari
Located in Aventura, FL
Bulgari Serpenti Viper slim necklace in 18 kt white gold, set with full pavé diamonds. In a tribute to its spirit animal, Bvlgari captures the power of seduction in this Serpenti Vip...
Diamond, White Gold
Bulgari Serpenti Viper Necklace With Full Pave Diamonds 18K White Gold
By Bulgari
Located in Aventura, FL
With its signature blend of pure aesthetics, enveloping shapes and charismatic flair, the Serpenti Viper 18 kt white gold necklace with full pavé diamonds is an essential interpretat...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Bulgari Diamond Necklace in 18K Gold Art Deco aesthetic Elysium Collection
By Bulgari
Located in Dallas, TX
Exceptionally stylish Bulgari diamond necklace from Elysium collection showcasing 8 carats of fine white diamonds set in 18 karat gold. The ne...
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
Bulgari Serpenti Viper Necklace 18K White Gold 0.63ct Full Pave Diamond Pendant
By Bulgari
Located in Aventura, FL
Bvlgari Serpenti Viper 18 kt white gold pendant necklace set with full pavé diamonds. With its signature blend of pure aesthetics, enveloping shapes, and charismatic flair, the Serpe...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Bulgari Astrale Cerch Diamond Necklace in White Gold
By Bulgari
Located in London, England
A beautiful vintage Bulgari Astrale Cerchi diamond necklace set in 18k white gold.
The necklace features circular openwork motifs set with round brilliant-cut diamonds, formin...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
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Bvlgari 11 Carat Diamond 18k White Gold Lucea Choker Necklace
By Bulgari
Located in Chicago, IL
This magnificent Bvlgari Lucea choker necklace, weighing approximately 11 carats in diamonds, stands as a masterwork of Italian craftsmanship. Expertly rendered in lustrous 18k white...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Bvlgari Diamond Corona Necklace 1.02 Carat GIA Certified
By Bulgari
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A stunning 18k white gold Bvlgari diamond necklace from the corona collection. The necklace comprises of a round brilliant cut diamond in a ra...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Stunning Bvlgari 18 Karat White Gold Diamond Pendant Chain Necklace
By Bulgari
Located in Switzerland, CH
Fine Bvlgari signature necklace Flexible geometric-designed pendant Length adjustable Security closures 18K white gold chain necklace with fixed pend...
Diamond, Gold
Bvlgari Serpenti Tubogas 18K Rose Gold and Pavé Diamond Snake Collar Necklace
By Bulgari
Located in Guangzhou, CN
A mesmerizing and instantly recognizable masterpiece from the legendary Italian luxury house, Bvlgari. Hailing from the iconic Serpenti Tubogas Collection, this collar necklace beaut...
Bulgari Lucea Diamond White Gold Pendant Necklace
By Bulgari
Located in Southampton, PA
18k White Gold Diamond Lucea Pendant Necklace by Bulgari. With 70 round cut diamonds total weight approx 1.40ct VS1 clarity, G color Details: Measurements: Chain: Length adjustabl...
Diamond, White Gold
Bvlgari Serpenti 18K White Gold 14.03ct Diamond Necklace BV18-051926
By Bulgari
Located in Southampton, PA
This Bvlgari Serpenti necklace is incredibly chic. Elegant enough for even your most special occasions, trapezoidal step-cut Diamonds with a total weight of 14.03 carats make it simp...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Bvlgari Bvlgari 18K White Gold Diamond Necklace BV02-060426
By Bulgari
Located in Southampton, PA
This Bvlgari Bvlgari necklace exudes timeless luxury. Circular accents are elevated by the brand name around the perimeter. Sparkling inset Diamonds provide additional elegance. Craf...
Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
Bvlgari Astrale 18K White Gold 3.25ct Diamond Necklace BV06-060426
By Bulgari
Located in Southampton, PA
Contemporary design elements make this Bvlgari Astrale necklace incredibly chic. Crafted from 18K White Gold, sleek orbs are beautifully balan...
Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
Chopard Happy Diamonds 18K White Gold Diamond Necklace CH36-050526
By Chopard
Located in Southampton, PA
This Chopard Happy Diamonds necklace features a sleek, contemporary design that will complement any upscale ensemble. The 14.25 cord beautifully showcases this pieces central pendant...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
18K White Gold 31.0ct Diamond Necklace ANK-20948-1
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
This luxury necklace is simply radiant. A series of heart-shaped Diamonds with a total weight of 31.0 carats elevate this pieces minimalist design. Set in 18K White Gold, it measures...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Piero Milano 18K White Gold 0.38ct Diamond Cord Necklace
By PIERO MILANO
Located in Southampton, PA
A must-have for an edgy wardrobe. Don this black cord and diamond choker necklace and nail the rock-chic look. This Piero Milano necklace features a 14-inch black cord necklace holdi...
Diamond, 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.
