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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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Bulgari Parentesi 18K Yellow Gold Choker Necklace
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
Bulgari Parentesi Necklace Choker
The necklace is 18k Yellow Gold
The necklace is 3/8 inches wide.
The necklace weighs 137 grams
The necklace is 15 inches length
Comes with original ...
Category
20th Century Italian Contemporary Choker Necklaces
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
BVLGARI Bulgari Parentesi Diamond Watch 18k Yellow Gold
By Bulgari
Located in South Pasadena, CA
Circa 2000's. Rare Bulgari Parentesi watch studded with diamonds including the buckle! The dial is a rose cut diamond. This watch will surely t...
Category
Early 2000s Contemporary Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Bulgari Divas' Dream Carnelian and Diamond Ring in Rose Gold
By Bulgari
Located in London, England
A beautiful vintage Bulgari Divas' Dream diamond ring set in 18k rose gold.
The ring is composed of a fan-shaped motif, set with a polished carnelian inlay and accented with b...
The ring is composed of a fan-shaped motif, set with a polished carnelian inlay and accented with b...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Cocktail Rings
Materials
Diamond, Other, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
1980s Bulgari Lapis Lazuli Bead Necklace
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
A Double Strand of Midnight Blue
Carved lapis beads gather in two deep-blue arcs, closed by a sculptural gold clasp.
This Bulgari necklace from the 1980s is composed of richly carved...
Category
Late 20th Century Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold
18K Gold Bulgari Lapis Lazuli Plaque Bracelet
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
This bold and architectural bracelet by Bulgari exemplifies the house’s unmistakable approach to color, volume, and form—where classical materials are rendered with modern authority....
Category
Mid-20th Century Link Bracelets
Materials
Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold
Bulgari Diamond Serpenti Viper Ring
By Bulgari
Located in London, GB
A pre-owned Bulgari Serpenti Viper Ring with full pavé diamonds, crafted in 18ct rose gold.
This one coil ring features Bulgari's iconic snake design complete with approximately 0....
Category
Late 20th Century Fashion Rings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
