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 750 White Gold 8.5mm Band / Ring, size 53.
By Bulgari
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
From an iconic & instantly recognisable BVLGARI B-Zero 1 Collection, this band ring is finely crafted in 18K white gold In excellent condition, the piece is bearing Bulgari hallma...
18k Gold, White Gold
0.46ct Channel-Set 7-Stone “Dearest” Diamond Ring/Band in 18K White Gold
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
Designed as an elegant diamond band, this ring is channel-set with 7 Sparkling Round Brilliant Cut Diamonds, totalling 0.46ct exhibiting sun-like brilliance, of G-H colour, VS cla...
Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
Superb 1.00ct Thread & Grain Set Diamond Full Eternity Band in 18K White Gold
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
Eternity bands—also called infinity or eternity rings— are timeless symbols of unending love and devotion. Designed in a continuous circle, often set with diamonds or gemstones al...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Two-Tone 18K Yellow & White Gold 0.10ct Round Cut Diamond Crisscross Unisex Ring
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
TO U.S.A BUYERS: DON’T SWEAT ABOUT 15% TRUMP’S TARIFF - WE COVER IT BY GIVING YOU 15% DISCOUNT! Elegantly tension set with sparkling round brilliant cut diamond of top colour & c...
Diamond, White Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
925 Sterling Silver Belt & Buckle Bangle, 22cm - 8.6" long, 15mm wide.
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
This striking silver bangle is sculpted as a belt wrapped around the wrist, completed with a beautifully detailed buckle, prong and fastening holes that give the design a bold yet ...
Sterling Silver
Seven-Stone “Dearest” Half-Hoop Diamond Platinum Ring (Band). Handmade c1970's.
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
Designed as an elegant half-hoop diamond band, this ring is claw-set with 7 Sparkling Round Brilliant Cut Diamonds – Natural, Earth-Mined, totalling rather impressive 0.84ct exhibi...
Diamond, Platinum
Bvlgari Zero 1 18kt white Gold 4 Band Ring size 53
By Bulgari
Located in Aventura, FL
Introducing the iconic Bvlgari B.Zero1 ring, featuring a distinctive four-band design. Drawing inspiration from the world-renowned Colosseum, this ring is a true testament to Bvlgari...
Gold, White Gold
Bulgari Bvlgari B.zero1 18K White Gold 4-Row Band Ring Size 53 (6.5)
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
This Bvlgari B.zero1 ring is crafted in solid 18K white gold and features the iconic four-row B.zero1 design. First introduced in 1999, the B.zero1 collection was inspired by the Col...
Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
BVLGARI Bulgari B.zero1 Three-Band Ring 18k White Gold
By Bulgari
Located in South Pasadena, CA
Pre-loved BVLGARI B.zero1 three-band ring in 18k white gold. One of BVLGARI's most iconic and recognizable pieces. In very good condition. Size: Approx. 5 and the ring is stamped 49...
18k Gold, White Gold
Bvlgari B.Zero1 One Band Ring 18K White Gold US 6.25
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
The B.Zero1 ring is a signature piece from the legendary jewelry design house Bvlgari. Crafted in fine 18K white gold. It features a clean modern one band ring engraved with the BVLG...
18k Gold, White Gold
Bvlgari B. Zero 1 Ring 3 Bands, Set In 18ct White Gold, Size 65
By Bulgari
Located in London, GB
The Bvlgari B.Zero1 3-Band Ring is a symbol of contemporary sophistication, crafted in 18ct white gold. Its iconic spiral design reflects the bold and innovative spirit of Bvlgari,...
White Gold
Bvlgari B.zero1 18ct White Gold 4-Band Ring 12.78g
By Bulgari
Located in SYDNEY, NSW
This iconic Bvlgari B.zero1 4-band ring is crafted in 18ct white gold, showcasing the brand’s signature spiral design that blends modern elegance with timeless Italian craftsmanship....
White Gold, 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.
