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Why is it called Bulgari?
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Why it is called Bulgari relates to founder Sotirios Voulgaris's source of inspiration: Rome. The Greek silversmith arrived in the Italian capital in 1881 and set up his 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. Since then, Bulgari has looked to Rome as a source of reference for its fanciful and decidedly romantic necklaces, bracelets, earrings and other accessories. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of Bulgari jewelry and watches.
1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024
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Bvlgari Tono Heart Pendant 18k & Steel w/ 18k Gold Bail 31mm
By Bulgari
Located in Orlando, FL
BVLGARI Tondo Heart Pendant – 18k Yellow Gold & Stainless Steel
Specifications
Designer: Bulgari
Collection: Tondo Heart
Metal: 18k yellow gol...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Pendant Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Steel
Bvlgari black rubber TONDO SUN Choker Necklace bulgari
By Bulgari
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Bulgari Tondo Sun pendant choker features a striking combination of 18k yellow gold and stainless steel, suspended from a black round rubber cord. The iconic sun ...
Category
2010s Pendant Necklaces
Bulgari 18K Gold Fancy Intense Yellow Diamond Emerald Bangle Bracelet GIA
By Bulgari
Located in Monaco, MC
Bulgari bangle bracelet in 18K yellow gold, set with a GIA-certified 27.63-carat Fancy Intense Yellow diamond of VS2 clarity as the central stone, surrounded by calibré buff-top emer...
Category
1990s Italian Modern Bangles
Materials
Yellow Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Vintage BVLGARI Earclips with Citrine, Ruby Cabochons, Onyx in 18k Yellow Gold
By Bulgari
Located in München, DE
These vintage Bulgari earclips are a rare example of the house’s bold, sculptural jewellery from the late 20th century. Crafted in Italy from solid 18-karat yellow gold, they combine...
Category
20th Century Italian Contemporary Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Citrine, Onyx, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Bulgari Diagono Automatic Stainless Steel Case and Bracelet Wrist Watch
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
Classic Bulgari Diagono Automatic Stainless Steel case and bracelet ladies wristwatch. The name Diagono is inspired by the Greek agon, or competition. ...
Category
Late 20th Century Swiss Modern Wrist Watches
Materials
Steel, Stainless Steel
A Pair of Bulgari Earrings with Turquoise, Diamond and Amethyst
By Bulgari
Located in Amsterdam, NL
A pair of 18k gold earrings with cabochon-cut turquoise stones on the ear, attached to a horizontal round circle with calibre-cut pavé set green tourmaline, below is a round turquois...
Category
Early 2000s Italian Dangle Earrings
Materials
Amethyst, Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold
