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.
Bvlgari 4.16 Carat Colombian Emerald and Diamond Three-Stone Ring
By Bulgari
Located in London, GB
Here we have an outstanding three-stone ring from the world renowned Italian jewellery house of Bvlgari. This exquisite piece focally features a vibrant green Colombian emerald set i...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
BULGARI Platinum & 18K Yellow Gold, Colombian Emerald and Diamond Trombino Ring
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
A commanding expression of BULGARI’s bold Roman aesthetic, this exceptional Trombino ring is centered by a vivid Colombian emerald weighing approximately 8.40 carats. Cut in a classi...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
$660,000Sale Price|20% Off
Bulgari Twin Ring 5.79ct Emerald and 7.25ct Diamond 18k Gold and Platinum
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
This chic BULGARI cocktail ring features an exceptional 5.79 carat AGL certified Colombian emerald and a GIA certified 7.25 carat square emerlad...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Platinum
$76,000Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 12 Carat Green Emerald Diamond Platinum Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
12ct size natural emerald - GIA certified - Gorgeous green color! - Beautiful emerald cut
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Diana M.Platinum emerald diamond ring featuring a 10.07 ct natural emerald
By Diana M. Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Platinum emerald diamond ring featuring a 10.07 ct natural emerald with 1.05 cts tw of micropave round diamonds. Diana M. is a leading supplier of top-quality fine jewelry for over 3...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Anniversary Ring 18K White Gold with Natural Emerald 1.32ct., Natural Diamonds
By Vitale 1913
Located in Monte-Carlo, MC
This elegant emerald and diamond ring in 18K white gold is a timeless expression of sophistication and refined Italian craftsmanship. Handcrafted in our Italian atelier, the ring fea...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
18k White Gold Ring with 1.92Ct. Emerald and Diamonds 1.34 Ct. (Size 5.75)
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
18k White Gold Ring with 1.92Ct. Emerald and Diamonds 1.34 Ct. (Size 5.75) New Gender: Ladies. Ring Size: 5.75 U.S. Weight: 7.00 Grams. Stone: 1.92Ct. Emerald. Metal Type: 18K White ...
Diamond, Emerald, White Gold
Handcraft Brazilian Emerald 18 Karat White Gold Diamonds Cocktail Ring
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
For any problems related to some materials contained in the items that do not allow shipping and require specific documents that require a particular period, please contact the selle...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
2.45 Carat Emerald and Diamond Ring in 18 Karat White Gold
By Bucherer
Located in Lucerne, CH
Throughout history, emeralds have been cherished in the realm of jewelry, adorning the crowns and regalia of ancient civilizations like the Egyptians and Incas. These radiant gemston...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
AGL Colombian Green 13.03ctw Emerald & Diamond 18K White Vintage Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
Gorgeous Rare Important 18k White Gold Green Emerald and Diamond Ring. The Center Stone is AGL Certified 10ct (9.98ct) Natural COLOMBIAN Emerald Step cut Green Emerald. Mesmerizing...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
Tiffany & Co. Art Deco Emerald and Diamond Bracelet
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Created in the 1920s, this Art Deco diamond and emerald bracelet by Tiffany & Co, is set with diamonds and emeralds. Designed as an articulated strap, the bracelet is set with 11.20 ...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Bombé Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
This mid-century Van Cleef & Arpels bombé ring is a striking and sensuous period design is set with over ten carats of diamonds. The voluminous form, dripping and patterned with roun...
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond, Chrysoprase and Coral Bombé Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Designed in the late 1980s, this diamond, chrysoprase, coral and onyx ring was made by Van Cleef & Arpels, Paris. The ring centers a field of pavé-set round brilliant-cut diamonds fl...
Chalcedony, Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold
Art Deco Diamond and Emerald Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
Dating from circa 1925, this Art Deco strap bracelet is composed of over seventeen carats of diamonds and emeralds mounted in platinum. The bracelet is designed as a flexible articul...
Diamond, Emerald
Bulgari "Doppio" Ring
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
Created in the 1980s, this unusual early Bulgari "Doppio" ring is composed of pink tourmaline, peridot, and 18K gold. The twin stone form is set with a cabochon pink tourmaline and p...
Peridot, Tourmaline, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Paris No-Heat Burma Sapphire Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Created in the late 1930s by Van Cleef & Arpels Paris, this Burma sapphire and diamond ring is mounted in platinum. The ring centers three vertically-set cushion-cut sapphires, weighing 1.96, 1.21, and 1.20 carats, flanked by two canted rows of calibré-cut sapphires mounted on either side of an domed step, and arched shoulders set with graduating round-cut diamonds. Densely set with royal blue Burma sapphires, and rich in artistic impact, this streamlined masterpiece by Van Cleef & Arpels is a statement of sculptural monumentality in miniature. Product Details: Item #: R-20587 Artist: Van Cleef & Arpels Country: France Circa: Late 1930s Size: (this ring can be sized; please contact the gallery for further information) Materials: 1 cushion-cut sapphire (approximate total weight 1.20 carats); 1 cushion-cut sapphire (approximate total weight 1.96 carats); 1 cushion-cut sapphire (with approximate total weight 1.21 carats); 10 round diamonds (approximate total weight 1.00 carats); platinum Signed: Van Cleef & Arpels Brevete. s.g.d.g. 48551 French assay marks and maker's mark Documentation: Accompanied by American Gemological Laboratories (AGL) reports nos. 1123997, 1123998, and 1123999, all dated 15 July 2022, stating that the three largest sapphires are of Burma (Myanmar) origin, with no evidence of heat enhancement. Literature: For important mid-century jewels with a similar sculptural character, see Van Cleef & Arpels, Reflections of Eternity, by Marc Petit...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
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.
