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 Band Ring in 18k White Gold
By Bulgari
Located in Berlin, BE
Introducing the iconic Bulgari B Zero Band Ring in 18K White Gold, a timeless piece of jewelry that embodies sophistication and luxury. Crafted from the finest materials, this stunni...
White Gold
Bvlgari 18 Karat White Gold B.Zero 1 Ring Size 8.5 (58) #18749
By Bulgari
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Bvlgari 18K White Gold B.Zero1 Ring Size 8.5 (58) This iconic band by Bvlgari is crafted in beautifully detailed 18K white gold. Width: 5 mm. Hallmark: SXCZ55 58 AU750 MADE IN ...
18k Gold, White Gold
Bvlgari B.Zero One Row Diamond Band Ring in 18 Karat White Gold 0.60 Carat
By Bulgari
Located in San Diego, CA
BVLGARI B.Zero 1 Row Diamond Band Ring in 18KT White Gold. 30 Round Brilliant Cut Diamonds 0.60 TCW F color, VVS clarity. Width is 4.4 MM...... Size 4 US / 46 French. Hallma...
Diamond, 18k Gold
$450
W 9.1 in L 14.81 in
BVLGARI B.Zero1 “Save the Children” Pendant – Sterling Silver & Black Ceramic
By Bulgari
Located in North Miami, FL
BVLGARI B.Zero1 “Save the Children” Pendant – Sterling Silver & Black Ceramic Elegant and iconic, this authentic BVLGARI B.Zero1 pendant from the Save the Children collection represe...
Sterling Silver
Bulgari B.Zero1 3-Band White Gold Ring. Sz. 6.25
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
This unisex ring from Bulgari's iconic B.zero1 collection is crafted in 18k white gold and features a three-band design engraved with the Bvlgari logo on both sides. Made in Italy ci...
White 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
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
Bvlgari B.Zero1 Ring 18 Karat White Gold
By Bulgari
Located in London, GB
A Bvlgari B.Zero1 in ring in 18 karat white gold, circa 2015. This iconic piece makes for a stylish and comfortable statement ring for everyday wear. Finger size: US finger size 7 ...
Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Bvlgari B.zero1 18K White Gold Ring
By Bulgari
Located in Southampton, PA
Clean lines and contemporary minimalism make this Bvlgari B.Zero1 ring an iconic piece that will accompany you anywhere. Crafted from 18K White Gold, the collections signature spiral...
18k Gold, White Gold
Bulgari Unisex B.Zero1 Logo Etched Band Ring in 18 Karat White Gold, Size 58
By Bulgari
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Ring size: 8.5 Sleek 18 karat white gold contemporary designer band ring by Italian luxury brand, Bvlgari. Metal: 18K White Gold Ring size: 8.5 Euro size: 58 Outer diameter: 24.3 ...
18k Gold, White 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.
