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 Coral and Diamond Necklace and Earring Set
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
Bulgari Coral and Diamond Necklace and Earring Set This exquisite Bulgari coral and diamond necklace and earrings set embodies timeless elegance. Crafted in 18k yellow gold, the nec...
Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold
Double-Strand Pearl Necklace with Gemstone and Diamond Floral Clasp
Located in New York, NY
Double-Strand Pearl Necklace with Gemstone and Diamond Floral Clasp Description: A refined double-strand pearl necklace featuring lustrous, evenly matched pearls and finished with a...
Citrine, Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, G...
Yellow Gold Multi-Strand Emerald Bead Necklace with Diamond Filigree Clasp
Located in New York, NY
Yellow Gold Multi-Strand Emerald Bead Necklace with Diamond Filigree Clasp Description This elegant statement necklace features three cascading strands of natural, rich green emeral...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Multi-Strand Pearl Necklace with Diamond, Sapphire, and Ruby Panther Clasps
Located in New York, NY
Multi-Strand Pearl Necklace with Diamond, Sapphire, and Ruby Panther Clasps Description: An impressive necklace composed of multiple strands of luminous pearls, joined by two intric...
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k ...
Long Ruby, Sapphire & Diamond By the Yard Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Long Ruby, Sapphire & Diamond By the Yard Necklace This vibrant 42-inch necklace features a playful mix of oval-cut sapphires and rubies in deep blue and rich pink tones, accented b...
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Diamond, Sapphire and Cabochon Ruby Gold Link Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Diamond, Sapphire and Cabochon Ruby Gold Link Necklace This majestic 18K yellow gold link necklace is a symphony of opulence and sophistication, featuring an elegant arrangement of ...
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
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 2000's Pearl Multi-Gem Diamond 18K Gold Contemporary Allegra Necklace
By Bulgari
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as two rows of fancy hinged link chain featuring an array of gemstones prong and bar set throughout Gemstones consist of pink and green tourmaline, citrine, blue and pink to...
Citrine, Diamond, Iolite, Pearl, Peridot, Topaz, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k G...
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...
Bulgari's Multi-colored Gem Diamond 'Elisa' Set
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
Gemstones: Diamonds, Amethysts, Tourmalines Carat Weight: 6.0-8.0 carats Color/Clarity: G-H color, VS clarity Creator: Bulgari Metal: 18K Yellow Gold Weight: 56 grams Step into a wo...
Amethyst, Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold
Bvlgari B.Zero1 Multi-Gem Lavalier Necklace
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k white gold with Amethyst and Topaz beads as well as Round Brilliant cut Diamonds. Signed by Bvlgari 15 1/2 - 18 inches long + 3 inch drop
Amethyst, Topaz, 18k 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.
