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 B.zero1 Black Ceramic & 18k Rose Gold Hinged Bangle Bracelet 56 gr.
By Bulgari
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Brand: Bvlgari Collection: B.zero1 Style: Hinged Bangle Bracelet Material: 18k rose gold and black ceramic Hallmarks: Bvlgari 750 Made in Italy A7R455 Design: Oval hinged bangle...
18k Gold, Rose Gold
Bvlgari B.zero1 18K Rose Gold Ceramic Bracelet BV38-012826
By Bulgari
Located in Southampton, PA
This Bvlgari B.Zero1 bracelet is an innovative piece that pairs intricate craftsmanship with industrial design. Sleek and sophisticated, the center of this bangle bracelet features a...
18k Gold, Rose Gold
Bulgari B.Zero1 Bracelet 18K Rose Gold Bangle
By Bulgari
Located in Aventura, FL
Drawing its inspiration from the most renowned amphitheater of the world, the Colosseum, the B.zero1 bracelet is a true statement of Bvlgari’s creative vision, challenging the very e...
18k Gold, Rose Gold
Bvlgari B.zero1 18K Rose Gold & Black Ceramic Bangle Bracelet BR857618
By Bulgari
Located in Feasterville, PA
Bvlgari 18k Rose Gold B.zero1 Bracelet is a bold expression of modern elegance with an architectural edge. Crafted in 18-karat rose gold, this bracelet exudes a warm, sophisticated ...
18k Gold, Rose Gold
Bvlgari Vintage 18 Karat Rose Gold Bangle Bracelet 27.3 Grams Size 6.5
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
Designer: BVLGARI Video: Video Link Detailed Description: Size 6.5 Style: Bangle Metal: 18 Karat Rose Gold Size: 6.5 Dimension: 0.2*0.1in Weight: 27.3 Grams Condition: Vintage And Es...
18k Gold, Rose Gold
Bvlgari BZero 18 Karat Rose Gold Cuff Bangle Bracelet New Box & Papers
By Bulgari
Located in Boca Raton, FL
This Bvlgari B.Zero1 cuff bangle bracelet is crafted in radiant 18K rose gold and showcases the iconic spiral design inspired by Rome’s Colosseum—a bold symbol of modern Italian styl...
Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Bulgari B. Zero Rose Gold Bracelet
By Bulgari
Located in Bethesda, MD
Bulgari B. Zero Rose Gold Bracelet — an iconic design crafted in 18kt rose gold. This 5mm wide bracelet features the brand's signature interlocking B. Zero motif, symbolizing infinit...
Rose Gold
Bulgari B.zero1 Rose Gold and Diamond Bracelet
By Bulgari
Located in New Orleans, LA
This iconic Bulgari B.zero1 bangle exemplifies the house’s mastery of contemporary luxury design. Crafted in 18K rose gold, the bracelet is pavé set with diamonds totaling 11.60 cara...
Diamond, Rose Gold
Bvlgari Bvlgari 18k Rose Gold Onyx Diamond Open Bangle
By Bulgari
Located in Feasterville, PA
Bvlgari Bvlgari Open Bangle is a testament to refined elegance and iconic design. Crafted from 18k rose gold, this bangle features a round disc at each end, framed by the double BVL...
Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Bvlgari Bvlgari 18k Rose Gold Onyx Diamond Open Bangle
By Bulgari
Located in Feasterville, PA
Bvlgari Bvlgari Open Bangle is a testament to refined elegance and iconic design. Crafted from 18k rose gold, this bangle features a round disc at each end, framed by the double BVL...
Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Cartier Rose Gold Plain Love Bracelet Size 19 B6035619
By Cartier
Located in Mayfair, London, London
An iconic 18k rose gold Cartier bracelet from the Love collection. The bracelet displays the iconic screw motif around the outer edge and features the old-style screw fitting. The br...
18k Gold, Rose Gold
Cartier Rose Gold Plain Love Bracelet Size 18 B6016218
By Cartier
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A signature 18k rose gold Cartier plain bracelet from the Love collection. The bracelet has the iconic screw motif displayed around the outer side of the bangle and has the old style...
Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Cartier Rose Gold Plain Love Bracelet Size 16 B6035616
By Cartier
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A signature 18k rose gold Cartier plain bracelet from the Love collection. The bracelet has the iconic screw motif displayed around the outer side of the bangle and has the old style...
Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Cartier Rose Gold Plain Love Bracelet SM Size 16 B6047316
By Cartier
Located in Mayfair, London, London
An iconic 18k rose gold Cartier bracelet from the Love collection. The bracelet comprises of the iconic screw motif displayed around the outer edge and features a single screw and hi...
Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Cartier Rose Gold Plain Juste Un Clou Bracelet Size 20 B6048120
By Cartier
Located in Mayfair, London, London
An iconic 18k rose gold Cartier bracelet from the Juste Un Clou collection. The bracelet is wrapped around with a nail head at one end and nail end at the other. The bracelet is size...
Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Cartier Rose Gold Plain Juste Un Clou Bracelet Size 19 B6048119
By Cartier
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A stylish 18k rose gold bracelet by Cartier from the Juste Un Clou collection. The bracelet is wrapped around with a nail head at one end and nail end at the other. The bracelet is s...
Gold, 18k Gold, Rose 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.
