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 B. Zero 1 18k White Gold 7.8mm Wide Band Ring Size 54
By Bulgari
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: Solid 18k White Gold Weight: 13.75 Grams Ring Size: Size 54 European / 6 US (can Not custom size this ring) Ring Width: 7.8mm (0.30") Ring Height: 2.6mm rise off the fing...
Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Designer Bulgari Solid 18k White Gold 4.9mm B Zero 1 Band Ring sz 50
By Bulgari
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: Solid 18k White Gold Weight: 5.80 Grams Ring Size: Size 50 European / 5 US (can Not custom size this ring) Ring Width: 4.9mm (0.19") Ring Height: 3mm rise off the finger ...
Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Bulgari Solid 18k Rose Gold B. Zero 1 Open Cuff Bangle Bracelet Size M
By Bulgari
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: Solid 18k Rose Gold Weight: 20.94 Grams Type: Open Cuff Bangle Size: Size Medium, Will fit up to a 6.75 inch wrist Clasp: No Clasp Overall Width: 6mm (0.23") (by the open a...
Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Bulgari Solid 18k White Gold Diamond B.Zero1 4.8mm Wide Band Ring sz3
By Bulgari
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (28) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant Cut - Channel Set - Nice Brilliant White Color Material: Solid 18k White Gold Weight: 6.54 Grams Ring Size: Size 45 - ...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Classic Solid 14k Rose Gold Polished Finish 4mm Wide Wedding Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: Solid 14k Rose Gold Weight: 4.92 Grams Ring Size: 6.0 ( fitted on finger, we can custom size this ring. please contact us prior to purchase with sizing inquiries) Ring Widt...
Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Bulgari Tronchetto 18k Yellow Gold Custom Cut Blue Topaz Band Ring
By Bulgari
Located in Montclair, NJ
–Stone(s)– (1) Natural Genuine Blue Topaz - Custom Cut - Channel Inlaid Set - Blue Color - 13.1x8.2mm (approx.) Material: Solid 18k Yellow Gold Weight: 7.54 Grams Ring Size: 6.0 ( f...
Blue Topaz, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
BVLGARI Bulgari B.zero1 Two-Band Ring 18k Rose Gold and Ceramic
By Bulgari
Located in South Pasadena, CA
Pre-loved Bulgari B.zero1 two-band ring in 18k rose gold with black ceramic spiral. One of Bulgari's most iconic and recognizable rings. In very good condition. Size: Approx. 8 and ...
18k Gold, Rose Gold
Bulgari Rose Gold B.zero1 Ring
By Bulgari
Located in Princeton, NJ
An 18 karat rose gold Bulgari B.zero1 band ring. -18 karat rose gold -Signed Bulgari -Size 6.5 -Accompanied by its original box and papers
18k Gold, Rose Gold
Bvlgari 18K Rose Gold White Ceramic Designer B.Zero1 Ring
By Bulgari
Located in Westport, CT
A magnificent Bulgari (Bvlgari) 18K rose gold and white ceramic band designer B.Zero1 ring, made in Italy. Featuring a smooth white ceramic inlay across the surface of the band, cent...
Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Bulgari B.zero1 One Band Ring Solid 18K Rose Gold Size 54
By Bulgari
Located in Aventura, FL
B.zero1 one-band ring in 18 kt rose gold, Drawing its inspiration from the most renowned amphitheater of the world, the Colosseum, the B.zero1 ring is a true statement of Bvlgari’s c...
18k Gold, Rose Gold
Bulgari B.Zero1 Ring 18 karat Rose Gold 2 Rows
By Bulgari
Located in Esch sur Alzette, Esch-sur-Alzette
Inspired by the monumental Colosseum The Bulgari B.Zero 1 Ring in 18-karat rose gold with 2 rows is a striking and iconic piece of jewelry from the renowned Italian luxury brand Bulg...
18k Gold, Rose Gold
Bvlgari B.zero1 Industrial Icon Ring Design by Anish Kapoor
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
A modern marvel of form and function. From Bvlgari’s celebrated B.zero1 collection, this 2020 design is a study in sleek, industrial elegance—crafted from a harmonious blend of 18k ...
18k Gold, Stainless Steel
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.
