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.
Playful cocktail ring with citrines and diamonds in 18K yellow gold
Located in Lucerne, CH
This playful cocktail ring is crafted in 18k yellow gold and features a vibrant citrine as its centrepiece. The warm golden tones of the citrine harmonise beautifully with the rich y...
Citrine, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Bombe Ring with Hematite and Diamonds in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
By Cartier
Located in Lucerne, CH
A striking creation from Cartier, this iconic Bombe ring showcases the maison’s mastery of bold yet elegant design. Distinguished by its domed silhouette—known as the "Bombe" shape, ...
Diamond, Hematite, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Exceptional diamond ring in 18k yellow gold
Located in Lucerne, CH
An exceptional diamond ring, beautifully crafted in warm 18k yellow gold. Set with 22 sparkling brilliant-cut diamonds totalling 0.25 ct, this elegant ring captures light with every...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Pavé Ring with Diamonds in 18 Karat Red Gold
Located in Lucerne, CH
Crafted in glowing 18 karat red gold, this ring is set with 75 brilliant-cut diamonds, totalling 3.75 carats. The diamonds, graded G to H in colour and vs in clarity, are pavé-set to...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Black Chalcedony Diamond Gold Ring
Located in Lucerne, CH
Stylish ring in 18 Karat yellow gold. Set with 68 round brilliant cut diamonds, total estimated weight of 1.93 carats of G/H colour and vs clarity. Accented by one curved black chalcedony...
Chalcedony, White Diamond, Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold
Cocktail Ring with Diamonds and Coral in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Lucerne, CH
This elegant ring is crafted in 18K yellow gold and set with an impressive 153 diamonds, creating a refined and radiant appearance. The diamonds have a combined weight of approximate...
Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Bulgari Sculptural Yellow Gold Ring with Citrine Cabochon Center
By Bulgari
Located in Roma, IT
This vintage Bulgari ring is a bold statement piece, showcasing the brand's unmistakable design language. The centerpiece is a large citrine cabochon, with a warm honey tone, cut int...
Yellow Gold
Bvlgari Diamond Solitaire Cocktail Yellow Gold Ring Sz 5 1/4
By Bulgari
Located in Feasterville, PA
A captivating Bvlgari Diamond Solitaire Cocktail Yellow Gold Ring, epitomizing classic elegance and timeless Italian craftsmanship. Crafted from lustrous 18k yellow gold, this exqui...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Bvlgari Bulgari Gemstone 18k Gold Ring circa 1990s
By Bulgari
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This Bulgari ring features a geometric arrangement of citrine, tourmaline, and peridot gemstones set in 18k yellow gold. The design is built around a series of lozenge-shaped stones ...
Citrine, Peridot, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 18K Yellow Gold Citrine and Diamond Cocktail Ring, 1995
Located in BILBAO, ES
A bold and sculptural vintage cocktail ring crafted in 18-karat yellow gold, dating to 1995. The design features four channel-set citrines arranged diagonally across the front of the...
Citrine, Diamond, Yellow Gold
18 Karat Yellow Bulgari Diamond Gold Band Ring
By Bulgari
Located in Zurich, Zollstrasse
18k yellow Gold Diamond Ring by Bulgari. Set with round brilliant cut diamonds VS1 clarity, G color total weight approximately 0.25 ct. Stamped Hallmarks: Bvlgari 750 Made In Italy....
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Kurt Wayne 1.44 Carat Citrine Cabochon 18K Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
By Kurt Wayne
Located in New York, NY
This vibrant ring by Kurt Wayne brings a warm, golden glow to any collection. The center stone is a 1.44 carat cabochon citrine with a luminous, honeyed tone and smooth, polished sur...
Citrine, 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.
