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Bulgari Octo Watch

Bulgari Octo Roma 18K Rose Gold and Stainless Steel Mens Watch
Bulgari Octo Roma 18K Rose Gold and Stainless Steel Mens Watch

Bulgari Octo Roma 18K Rose Gold and Stainless Steel Mens Watch

By Bulgari

Located in New York, NY

SPECIFICATIONS : BRAND : Bvlgari SERIES : Octo Roma GENDER : Men's MODEL : 102703 WATCH LABEL : Swiss Made

Category

2010s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Rose Gold, Stainless Steel

Ladies Gerald Genta-Bvlgari Tubogas Wristwatch, Prototype Piece Unique
Ladies Gerald Genta-Bvlgari Tubogas Wristwatch, Prototype Piece Unique

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By Bulgari

Located in Antwerp, BE

, BVLGARI BVLGARI and Parentesi. The Bulgari watch collections include Octo, BVLGARI BVLGARI, Diagono and

Category

20th Century Italian Artisan Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

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Bvlgari Octo Verlcissimo 42MM Stainless Steel And Alligator Watch
Bvlgari Octo Verlcissimo 42MM Stainless Steel And Alligator Watch

Bvlgari Octo Verlcissimo 42MM Stainless Steel And Alligator Watch

By Bulgari

Located in London, GB

This ‘Octo Verlcissimo' 42mm timepiece by Bvlgari has been crafted at the brand's Swiss atelier

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Aesthetic Day Dresses

Bulgari Stainless Steel Octo Roma Watch
Bulgari Stainless Steel Octo Roma Watch

Bulgari Stainless Steel Octo Roma Watch

By Bulgari

Located in New York, NY

A stainless steel Octo Roma watch. Bulgari. 41mm. With mechanical manufacture movement, automatic

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Wrist Watches

Bulgari Octo Chronograph 102630 Unworn
Bulgari Octo Chronograph 102630 Unworn

Bulgari Octo Chronograph 102630 Unworn

By Bulgari

Located in Mayfair, London, London

A mens 41mm stainless steel Octo by Bvlgari. Featuring a black dial with applied arabic number 12

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Bvlgari Octo Retrogradi Watch 101831
Bvlgari Octo Retrogradi Watch 101831

Bvlgari Octo Retrogradi Watch 101831

By Bulgari

Located in Southampton, PA

This is the Bvlgari Octo Retrogradi, reference number 101831. It boasts a 43 mm case that is made

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

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Bvlgari Exclusive Edition Octo Finissimo Watch 103023
Bvlgari Exclusive Edition Octo Finissimo Watch 103023

Bvlgari Exclusive Edition Octo Finissimo Watch 103023

By Bulgari

Located in Southampton, PA

With a rare design, this Bvlgari Exclusive Edition Octo Finissimo Automatic Watch 103023 will be a

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Titanium

Bulgari Black Ceramic and 18 Karat Rose Gold Octo Chronograph
Bulgari Black Ceramic and 18 Karat Rose Gold Octo Chronograph

Bulgari Black Ceramic and 18 Karat Rose Gold Octo Chronograph

By Bulgari

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

, smooth 18K rose gold Bulgari bezel, sapphire crystal Band: Bulgari black rubber strap, buckle Dial: black

Category

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Materials

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Bvlgari Octo Finissimo Extra Thin Grey Watch 102713
Bvlgari Octo Finissimo Extra Thin Grey Watch 102713

Bvlgari Octo Finissimo Extra Thin Grey Watch 102713

By Bulgari

Located in Southampton, PA

This Bvlgari Octo Finissimo Extra Thin Grey Men's Watch 102713 was released in 2017 and features a

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Bvlgari Limited Edition Octo Finissimo Extra Thin Skeleton Watch 102941
Bvlgari Limited Edition Octo Finissimo Extra Thin Skeleton Watch 102941

Bvlgari Limited Edition Octo Finissimo Extra Thin Skeleton Watch 102941

By Bulgari

Located in Southampton, PA

An interesting watch with an undeniable wrist presence. The Bvlgari Limited Edition Octo Finissimo

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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

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Bvlgari Octo L'Originale 41mm Steel 18K Rose Gold Steel Automatic Watch 103085
Bvlgari Octo L'Originale 41mm Steel 18K Rose Gold Steel Automatic Watch 103085

Bvlgari Octo L'Originale 41mm Steel 18K Rose Gold Steel Automatic Watch 103085

By Bulgari

Located in New York, NY

Model: Bvlgari Octo L'Originale Model Number: 103085 Type, Style, and Manufacturing: Type: Wristwatch

Category

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Materials

Steel

Bvlgari 18 Karat Rose Gold Octo Time Piece with Box & Papers
Bvlgari 18 Karat Rose Gold Octo Time Piece with Box & Papers

Bvlgari 18 Karat Rose Gold Octo Time Piece with Box & Papers

By Bulgari

Located in Palm Desert, CA

BVLGARI "OCTO" time piece in 18 karat rose gold. Weight is 153 grams. Includes Box and Papers.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Wrist Watches

Materials

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Bulgari Rose Gold Octo Alligator Strap Self-Winding Wristwatch
Bulgari Rose Gold Octo Alligator Strap Self-Winding Wristwatch

Bulgari Rose Gold Octo Alligator Strap Self-Winding Wristwatch

By Bulgari

Located in Greenwich, CT

rose gold by the Bulgari manufactures in Switzerland. This Octo watch is an iconic designed by Gerald

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Bvlgari Tubogas Midsize Watch, Black Dial, Quartz, BB30 GSCD
Bvlgari Tubogas Midsize Watch, Black Dial, Quartz, BB30 GSCD

Bvlgari Tubogas Midsize Watch, Black Dial, Quartz, BB30 GSCD

By Bulgari

Located in Antwerp, BE

, BVLGARI BVLGARI and Parentesi. The Bulgari watch collections include Octo, BVLGARI BVLGARI, Diagono and

Category

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Materials

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Bvlgari Bulgari Tubogas 18 Karat Yellow White, Rose Gold Flexible Wrap Band Ring
Bvlgari Bulgari Tubogas 18 Karat Yellow White, Rose Gold Flexible Wrap Band Ring

Bvlgari Bulgari Tubogas 18 Karat Yellow White, Rose Gold Flexible Wrap Band Ring

By Bulgari

Located in Antwerp, BE

introduction of B.zero1, Divas' Dream, Serpenti, BVLGARI BVLGARI and Parentesi. The Bulgari watch collections

Category

20th Century Italian Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Bulgari Octo 18 Karat Rose Gold 101963
Bulgari Octo 18 Karat Rose Gold 101963

Bulgari Octo 18 Karat Rose Gold 101963

By Bulgari

Located in Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire

"Ref: W6572 Manufacturer: Bulgari Model: Octo Model Ref: 101963 Age: Gender: Mens Complete With

Category

2010s Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold

Bvlgari Octo Chronograph Automatic Watch PVD Stainless Steel and Rubber
Bvlgari Octo Chronograph Automatic Watch PVD Stainless Steel and Rubber

Bvlgari Octo Chronograph Automatic Watch PVD Stainless Steel and Rubber

By Bulgari

Located in New York, NY

circumference: 6.75" Designer: Bvlgari Model: Octo Chronograph Automatic Watch PVD Stainless Steel and Rubber 41

Category

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Bvlgari Octo 18k Pink Gold Quadri Retro Gerald Genta Watch
Bvlgari Octo 18k Pink Gold Quadri Retro Gerald Genta Watch

Bvlgari Octo 18k Pink Gold Quadri Retro Gerald Genta Watch

By Bulgari

Located in Miami, FL

Designer: Bvlgari Style: Octo Gerald Genta Metal: Rose Gold Dial: Black Metal Purity: 18k Case

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Wrist Watches

Materials

Rose Gold

Bvlgari Octo Finissimo Titanium Ultra Thin Mens Watch 102713 Box Papers
Bvlgari Octo Finissimo Titanium Ultra Thin Mens Watch 102713 Box Papers

Bvlgari Octo Finissimo Titanium Ultra Thin Mens Watch 102713 Box Papers

By Bulgari

Located in Atlanta, GA

Bvlgari Octo Finissimo Titanium Ultra Thin Mens Watch 102713 Box Papers. Automatic self-winding

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Titanium

Octo Solotempo Steel and Rose Gold 'BGO38WSPGD'

Octo Solotempo Steel and Rose Gold 'BGO38WSPGD'

By Bulgari

Located in Greenwich, CT

Pre-owned Bulgari Octo Solotempo watch (ref. BGO38WSPGD) features a mechanical automatic movement

Category

2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

Bvlgari Octo "Ultra Nero" Wristwatch Ref. 102581/BGO41S
Bvlgari Octo "Ultra Nero" Wristwatch Ref. 102581/BGO41S

Bvlgari Octo "Ultra Nero" Wristwatch Ref. 102581/BGO41S

By Bulgari

Located in Surfside, FL

2020s. Fine Pre-owned Bvlgari / Bulgari Watch. Certified preowned Classic Bvlgari OCTO 102581/BGO41S

Category

2010s Wrist Watches

Materials

PVD-Coated, Steel

Bvlgari Black Stainless Steel Octo Roma OC41S Men's Wristwatch 41 mm
Bvlgari Black Stainless Steel Octo Roma OC41S Men's Wristwatch 41 mm

Bvlgari Black Stainless Steel Octo Roma OC41S Men's Wristwatch 41 mm

By Bulgari

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

Bvlgari charm with this luxurious automatic Octo Roma OC41S watch. Made using stainless steel, the watch

Category

2010s Italian Contemporary Wrist Watches

Bvlgari Green Stainless Steel Octo Roma 102963 Men's Wristwatch 41 mm
Bvlgari Green Stainless Steel Octo Roma 102963 Men's Wristwatch 41 mm

Bvlgari Green Stainless Steel Octo Roma 102963 Men's Wristwatch 41 mm

By Bulgari

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

Bvlgari charm with this luxurious automatic Octo Roma 102963 watch. Made using stainless steel, the watch

Category

2010s Italian Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Bvlgari Green Stainless Steel Octo Roma 102963 Men's Wristwatch 41 mm
Bvlgari Green Stainless Steel Octo Roma 102963 Men's Wristwatch 41 mm

Bvlgari Green Stainless Steel Octo Roma 102963 Men's Wristwatch 41 mm

By Bulgari

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

Bvlgari charm with this luxurious automatic Octo Roma 102963 watch. Made using stainless steel, the watch

Category

2010s Italian Aesthetic Movement Wrist Watches

Bvlgari Black Stainless Steel Octo Roma 102704 Men's Wristwatch 41 mm
Bvlgari Black Stainless Steel Octo Roma 102704 Men's Wristwatch 41 mm

Bvlgari Black Stainless Steel Octo Roma 102704 Men's Wristwatch 41 mm

By Bulgari

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

Bvlgari charm with this luxurious automatic Octo Roma 102704 watch. Made using stainless steel, the watch

Category

2010s Italian Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

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Bulgari Octo Watch For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact bulgari octo watch you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from gold, rose gold and stainless steel — can elevate any look. You can easily find a 2 antique edition and 8 modern creations to choose from as well. Making the right choice when shopping for a bulgari octo watch may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 20th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. If you’re browsing our inventory for a bulgari octo watch, you’ll find that many are available today for men, but there are still pieces to choose from for unisex and women.

How Much is a Bulgari Octo Watch?

Prices for a bulgari octo watch can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $5,093 and can go as high as $38,895, while this accessory, on average, fetches $8,044.

Bulgari for sale on 1stDibs

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.

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Bulgari’s legendary Serpenti watch was on everyone’s list after the collection’s bold bracelet, which technically debuted after the timepiece, graced the wrist of actress Elizabeth Taylor. If anything, elaborately crafted timepieces — the unmistakably boxy silhouette of Cartier Tank watches, the elegant and minimal Calatrava designed by legendary Swiss house Patek Philippe — are even more effective than the shape we associate with traditional wristwatches.

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