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 18ct White Gold B.Zero1 4-Band Diamond Ring .8ct 17.38g
By Bulgari
Located in SYDNEY, NSW
A bold and iconic design from the house of Bvlgari, this B.Zero1 4-band ring is crafted in luxurious 18ct white gold, weighing 17.38 grams. The ring features a modern spiral silhouet...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Bvlgari 18ct Yellow Gold B.Zero1 Four-Band Ring 12.32g
By Bulgari
Located in SYDNEY, NSW
Inspired by the iconic Colosseum, the Bvlgari B.zero1 Four-Band Ring is a testament to Bvlgari’s bold and innovative design. Crafted in 18ct Yellow Gold, this piece embodies timeless...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Bvlgari B.zero1 18ct White Gold Diamond Ring 0.04ct 7g
By Bulgari
Located in SYDNEY, NSW
This stunning Bvlgari B.zero1 ring is crafted in solid 18ct white gold, featuring a single round brilliant-cut diamond weighing approximately 0.04 carats. The ring, weighing 7 grams ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Bvlgari 18ct White, Rose & Yellow Gold B.Zero1 4 Band Ring 14g
By Bulgari
Located in SYDNEY, NSW
A bold and iconic Bvlgari B.Zero1 four-band ring crafted in a striking combination of 18ct white gold, rose gold, and yellow gold, inspired by the architectural curves of Rome’s Colo...
18k Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Platinum Tendrement Wedding Band 2.44g
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in SYDNEY, NSW
A timeless Van Cleef & Arpels Tendrement wedding band crafted in platinum, featuring the Maison’s elegant curved profile that reflects the refined simplicity of its classic weddi...
Platinum
Boucheron Quarte White Gold Black Edition Ring
By Boucheron
Located in SYDNEY, NSW
Boucheron Quarte White Gold Black Edition Paying homage to the Boucheron codes, the Quatre Black Edition ring celebrates the Maison’s savoir-faire and the skill of sculpting preciou...
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 Three-Row Band 18 Karat White Gold Ring Size 53
By Bulgari
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Bvlgari B.zero1 Three-Band Ring crafted in polished 18K white gold, featuring the collection’s iconic architectural spiral design inspired by Rome’s Colosseum. Introduced in 1999, th...
18k Gold, White Gold
Bulgari (BVLGARI) B.Zero1 18K White Gold Wide Band / Ring, size 56 + Bulgari Box
By Bulgari
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
From an iconic & instantly recognisable, BVLGARI B-Zero 1 Collection, this band ring is finely crafted in 18K white gold, featuring bright finish In excellent condition, the ...
18k Gold, White Gold
Bulgari, B.zero1 18K White Gold Ring
By Bulgari
Located in Chicago, IL
From the classic B.zero1 Collection, this ring contains engraved Bulgari edges and collapsable spiral center. Ring Size: 7 Stamp: BVLGARI 750 MADE IN ITALY (Italian hallmark for Bul...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Bvlgari B.Zero1 18k White Gold Three Band Wedding Band Ring Original Receipt
By Bulgari
Located in San Diego, CA
BVLGARI Style: B. ZERO1 Three Band Ring Metal: 18K White Gold 12 Grams Width: 7.8mm Size: 11.5 / 66 Hallmark: BVLGARI F6WRT6 66 MADE IN ITALY Includes: -Elegant Ring Box ...
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
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.
