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 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
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
Chatelaine Ring 18K Yellow Gold with Citrine and Diamonds, 14mm
By David Yurman
Located in New York, NY
18-karat yellow gold Citrine, 9.30 total carat weight Pave-set diamonds, 0.09 total carat weight Ring, 14mm Ring Size 6 Condition Mint Comes with David Yurman Ring Box Retail Price $...
Citrine, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Rare Vintage Orange Citrine 18k Yellow Gold Tank Band Solo Ring 49
By Cartier
Located in Birmingham, GB
Vintage Cartier Yellow Orange Citrine 18k Yellow Gold Tank Ring. Stunning yellow gold ring with an 8mm tension set vivid yellow orange citrine. Fine jewellery houses like Cartier on...
Citrine, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Bulgari Bvlgari Star Of David Shape Citrine Bombe Yellow Gold Ring
By Bulgari
Located in Southampton, PA
18k Yellow Gold Star Of David Shape Citrine Bombe Ring By Bulgari. The Bulgari Bvlgari 18k Yellow Gold Star of David Shape Citrine Bombe Ring is an exqu...
Citrine, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
BVLGARI 18K Yellow Gold Gemstone Ring
By Bulgari
Located in Broomall, PA
BVLGARI 18K Yellow Gold Gemstone Ring Colorful gemstones add visual impact to the top of this classic Bvlgari ring. Simple and elegant, the 18K Yellow Gold setting features a 3mm wid...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Bvlgari 18k Yellow Gold Diamond Engagement Ring, 1.00ct F VS1, Size H½
By Bulgari
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A stunning 18k yellow gold Bvlgari diamond engagement ring. The ring is set to the centre with a 1.00ct round brilliant cut diamond in...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$2,600
Bvlgari Yellow Gold Ring
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
An 18 karat yellow gold ring created by Bvlgari. Total weight: 12.2 grams. Size 6.25.
18k Gold
Bvlgari Parentesi Ring in 18k Yellow Gold, 11mm Band, Size 4.5, 9.8g
By Bulgari
Located in North Miami, FL
Bvlgari Parentesi Ring in 18k Yellow Gold, 11mm Band, Size 4.5, 9.8g Description: This Bvlgari Parentesi Ring is an iconic example of the house’s design legacy. Crafted in Italy fro...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
David Yurman 18K Yellow Gold Citrine Noblesse Collection Ring
By David Yurman
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: David Yurman Material: 18K yellow gold Citrine: 2.37ct Dimensions: ring top measures 10.2mm wide Size: 6 Weight: 9.70 grams
Citrine, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Bvlgari Ring with Citrine in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
By Bulgari
Located in Lucerne, CH
This exquisite Bvlgari ring, crafted from 18 Karat yellow gold, showcases a stunning rectangular citrine gemstone. The citrine's warm, amber hue and polished finish add a touch of vi...
Citrine, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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
Gubelin Fancy Vivid Yellow Diamond White Gold Ring
By Gubelin
Located in Lucerne, CH
This elegant ring in white gold 750 is created by Gübelin, a famous Swiss jeweller. Its center of attraction is a 1.20 ct fancy vivid yellow radiant cut diamond with a vvs2 clarity. ...
White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
IGI Certified Brown Diamond Ring in 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Lucerne, CH
This is not your typical diamond ring. Bold and unforgettable, it features a rare 1.60 carat natural fancy deep brown diamond — a striking alternative to the traditional white stone....
Diamond, Brown Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Jewelry historian Vanessa Cron combed 1stDibs and selected some dazzling pieces with timeless appeal.
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