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Bvlgari Assioma

Bvlgari Assioma 18K White Gold Bracelet Wrist Watch
Bvlgari Assioma 18K White Gold Bracelet Wrist Watch

Bvlgari Assioma 18K White Gold Bracelet Wrist Watch

By Bulgari

Located in Tysons, VA

A sophisticated luxury timepiece from Bvlgari's celebrated Assioma collection, crafted in solid 18 karat white gold.

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Bvlgari Assioma Diamond Dial 18 Karat White Gold Watch
Bvlgari Assioma Diamond Dial 18 Karat White Gold Watch

Bvlgari Assioma Diamond Dial 18 Karat White Gold Watch

By Bulgari

Located in Tysons, VA

A sophisticated luxury timepiece from Bvlgari's celebrated Assioma collection, crafted in solid 18 karat white gold.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Bvlgari Assioma White Mother of Pearl Men's Watch - AA44S 35 mm
Bvlgari Assioma White Mother of Pearl Men's Watch - AA44S 35 mm

Bvlgari Assioma White Mother of Pearl Men's Watch - AA44S 35 mm

By Bulgari

Located in istanbul, TR

Brand :Bvlgari Model :Assioma Bezel Color: Silver Movement: Auotomatic Case metarial:Stainless Steel Case Size :35 mm Gender: Men Reference Number: AA44S Band/Strap :orginal...

Category

Early 2000s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Bvlgari Bulgari Assioma 18 Karat Yellow Gold Large Dial Watch
Bvlgari Bulgari Assioma 18 Karat Yellow Gold Large Dial Watch

Bvlgari Bulgari Assioma 18 Karat Yellow Gold Large Dial Watch

By Bulgari

Located in Tysons, VA

A bold and substantial luxury timepiece from Bvlgari's renowned Assioma collection, crafted entirely in 18 karat yellow gold.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Bvlgari Bulgari Assioma Chronograph 18K Yellow Gold Bracelet Wrist Watch
Bvlgari Bulgari Assioma Chronograph 18K Yellow Gold Bracelet Wrist Watch

Bvlgari Bulgari Assioma Chronograph 18K Yellow Gold Bracelet Wrist Watch

By Bulgari

Located in Tysons, VA

A bold and substantial luxury timepiece from Bvlgari's renowned Assioma collection, crafted entirely in 18 karat yellow gold.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

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Bvlgari Assioma AA35S, Black Dial, Certified and Warranty
Bvlgari Assioma AA35S, Black Dial, Certified and Warranty

Bvlgari Assioma AA35S, Black Dial, Certified and Warranty

By Bulgari

Located in Miami, FL

Bvlgari Assioma Reference #: AA35S. Womens Quartz Watch Stainless Steel Black 28 MM.

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Bvlgari Assioma AA31G, White Dial, Certified and Warranty
Bvlgari Assioma AA31G, White Dial, Certified and Warranty

Bvlgari Assioma AA31G, White Dial, Certified and Warranty

By Bulgari

Located in Miami, FL

Bvlgari Assioma Reference #: AA31G. Womens Quartz Watch Yellow Gold White 26 MM.

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Bvlgari Assioma AA35S, Black Dial, Certified and Warranty
Bvlgari Assioma AA35S, Black Dial, Certified and Warranty

Bvlgari Assioma AA35S, Black Dial, Certified and Warranty

By Bulgari

Located in Miami, FL

Bvlgari Assioma Reference #: AA35S. Womens Quartz Watch Stainless Steel Black 28 MM.

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Bvlgari Assioma 18 Karat Yellow Gold Quartz Watch AA 39 G
Bvlgari Assioma 18 Karat Yellow Gold Quartz Watch AA 39 G

Bvlgari Assioma 18 Karat Yellow Gold Quartz Watch AA 39 G

By Bulgari

Located in New York, NY

BVGLARI ASSIOMA 18K YELLOW GOLD QUARTZ WATCH AA 39 G Bvlgari watch in mint condition from the Assioma series

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Wrist Watches

Materials

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Bulgari yellow gold Assioma Automatic Wristwatch Ref AA48G
Bulgari yellow gold Assioma Automatic Wristwatch Ref AA48G

Bulgari yellow gold Assioma Automatic Wristwatch Ref AA48G

By Bulgari

Located in Greenwich, CT

Bvlgari Assioma crafted in 18K yellow gold. Reference # AA48G This timepiece features a self-winding movement with indications for the Hours, Minutes, Seconds and Date.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Bulgari Assioma Chronograph AA48GCH
Bulgari Assioma Chronograph AA48GCH

Bulgari Assioma Chronograph AA48GCH

By Bulgari

Located in Mayfair, London, London

A stunning 38mm Bvlgari Assioma wristwatch for men crafted in yellow gold.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Bvlgari Assioma Watch Ref AA35S Stainless Steel Case Quartz
Bvlgari Assioma Watch Ref AA35S Stainless Steel Case Quartz

Bvlgari Assioma Watch Ref AA35S Stainless Steel Case Quartz

By Bulgari

Located in Surfside, FL

Ladies Bvlgari Assioma in stainless steel 23.5mm x 28mm case size.

Category

Early 2000s Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Bvlgari Assioma 18k White Gold with Diamonds Quartz Watch
Bvlgari Assioma 18k White Gold with Diamonds Quartz Watch

Bvlgari Assioma 18k White Gold with Diamonds Quartz Watch

By Bulgari

Located in Surfside, FL

Bvlgari Assioma with diamond case in 18k white gold with diamond crown.

Category

Early 2000s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Bvlgari Assioma Automatic Watch Stainless Steel 34
Bvlgari Assioma Automatic Watch Stainless Steel 34

Bvlgari Assioma Automatic Watch Stainless Steel 34

By Bulgari

Located in New York, NY

Accessories: No Accessories Measurements: Case Size/Width: 34mm, Watch Height: 11mm, Band Width: 26mm, Wrist circumference: 7" Designer: Bvlgari Model: Assioma Automatic Watch Stainl...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Bvlgari Assioma D Quartz Watch Stainless Steel with Diamond Bezel 18
Bvlgari Assioma D Quartz Watch Stainless Steel with Diamond Bezel 18

Bvlgari Assioma D Quartz Watch Stainless Steel with Diamond Bezel 18

By Bulgari

Located in New York, NY

Accessories: Box Measurements: Case Size/Width: 18mm, Watch Height: 7mm, Band Width: 15mm, Wrist circumference: 7" Designer: Bvlgari Model: Assioma D Quartz Watch Stainless Steel wit...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Bvlgari Assioma D Quartz Watch Stainless Steel with Diamond Bezel 18
Bvlgari Assioma D Quartz Watch Stainless Steel with Diamond Bezel 18

Bvlgari Assioma D Quartz Watch Stainless Steel with Diamond Bezel 18

By Bulgari

Located in New York, NY

Accessories: Box Measurements: Case Size/Width: 18mm, Watch Height: 7mm, Band Width: 15mm, Wrist circumference: 7" Designer: Bvlgari Model: Assioma D Quartz Watch Stainless Steel wit...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Bulgari Bvlgari Assioma Women's 18k Yellow Gold Quartz Watch w/ Box & Papers 39G
Bulgari Bvlgari Assioma Women's 18k Yellow Gold Quartz Watch w/ Box & Papers 39G

Bulgari Bvlgari Assioma Women's 18k Yellow Gold Quartz Watch w/ Box & Papers 39G

By Bulgari

Located in Sherman Oaks, CA

Case #L0828 AA 39 G Movement #MVE230 18k Yellow Gold Case 30 mm Wide (33 mm w/ Crown) 30 mm Long Lug-to-Lug Distance = 39 mm Thickness = 9 mm Beige Tapestry Textured Dial w/ Gold Nu...

Category

2010s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Bvlgari White Gold Assioma D Watch
Bvlgari White Gold Assioma D Watch

Bvlgari White Gold Assioma D Watch

By Bulgari

Located in Irvine, CA

Bvlgari White Gold Assioma D Watch with silver-tone hardware. 50051MSC

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Bvlgari White Gold Assioma D Watch
Bvlgari White Gold Assioma D Watch

Bvlgari White Gold Assioma D Watch

By Bulgari

Located in Irvine, CA

Bvlgari White Gold Assioma D Watch with silver-tone hardware. 50051MSC

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Bvlgari White Gold Assioma D Watch
Bvlgari White Gold Assioma D Watch

Bvlgari White Gold Assioma D Watch

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Bvlgari White Gold Assioma D Watch

By Bulgari

Located in Irvine, CA

Bvlgari White Gold Assioma D Watch with stainless steel band and diamonds on face. 50051MSC

Category

20th Century Wallets and Small Accessories

Bvlgari Grey Assioma Chronograph Automatic AA44SCH Men's Wristwatch 44 MM
Bvlgari Grey Assioma Chronograph Automatic AA44SCH Men's Wristwatch 44 MM

Bvlgari Grey Assioma Chronograph Automatic AA44SCH Men's Wristwatch 44 MM

By Bulgari

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

Bvlgari presents this stunning timepiece for men. It is sculpted from stainless-steel featuring a rectangular case and a link bracelet. The dial is grey in color has three unique sub...

Category

2010s Italian Contemporary Wrist Watches

Bvlgari Grey Stainless Steel Assioma AA39S Women's Wristwatch 39 mm
Bvlgari Grey Stainless Steel Assioma AA39S Women's Wristwatch 39 mm

Bvlgari Grey Stainless Steel Assioma AA39S Women's Wristwatch 39 mm

By Bulgari

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

Introduce elegance to your outfit with this wristwatch from Bvlgari. The watch has a rounded square stainless-steel case with the bezel engraved with the brand’s name. It encases a g...

Category

2010s Unknown Contemporary Wrist Watches

Bvlgari Grey Stainless Steel Assioma Automatic AA44SCH Men's Wristwatch 44 MM
Bvlgari Grey Stainless Steel Assioma Automatic AA44SCH Men's Wristwatch 44 MM

Bvlgari Grey Stainless Steel Assioma Automatic AA44SCH Men's Wristwatch 44 MM

By Bulgari

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

Bvlgari presents this stunning timepiece for men. It is sculpted from stainless-steel featuring a rectangular case and a link bracelet. The dial is grey in color has three unique sub...

Category

2010s Italian Contemporary Wrist Watches

Bvlgari Mother of Pearl Diamond Leather Assioma AA 44 S Women's Wristwatch 34 mm
Bvlgari Mother of Pearl Diamond Leather Assioma AA 44 S Women's Wristwatch 34 mm

Bvlgari Mother of Pearl Diamond Leather Assioma AA 44 S Women's Wristwatch 34 mm

By Bulgari

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

Complement your everyday look with this timepiece from Bvlgari. Swiss-made, the automatic watch has been created using stainless steel and leather. It carries a gorgeous Mother of Pe...

Category

2010s Italian Contemporary Wrist Watches

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By Bulgari

Located in Princeton, NJ

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Located in Miami, FL

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By Hermès

Located in Miami, FL

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By Bulgari

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This stunning expression of Bvlgari's iconic Serpenti collection captures the eternal allure of the serpent—a symbol of wisdom, vitality, and seduction—through the legendary Italian ...

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By Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co.

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Located in New York, NY

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Bvlgari Assioma For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the bvlgari assioma you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Frequently made of Gold, 18k Gold and Yellow Gold, this item was constructed with great care. In our selection of items, you can find a vintage example as well as a contemporary version. You’re likely to find the perfect bvlgari assioma among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 20th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. A bvlgari assioma from Bulgari — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. If you’re browsing our inventory for a bvlgari assioma, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for unisex and men.

How Much is a Bvlgari Assioma?

Prices for a bvlgari assioma can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $1,306 and can go as high as $10,740, while this accessory, on average, fetches $5,839.

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.

Finding the Right Wrist-watches for You

Antique, vintage and luxury wristwatches have captured the hearts and minds of all manner of watch collectors as well as the watchmakers themselves — it's time you found your own.

Certain vintage watches for men and iconic watch designs for women are sought after not only because of their graceful proportions or innovative materials but also because of the illustrious histories of the houses that created them, histories that they stylishly embody.

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.

Form watches — the all-encompassing moniker bestowed upon non-round watches — are making headlines and completing contemporary fashionable ensembles the world over. At the same time, both casual fans and careful collectors are drawn to the unbeatable charm of vintage styles, such as the icons designed by Omega that even James Bond can’t resist.

In the early days of watchmaking, watches were fragile enough that they necessitated protection from the elements. Now, wristwatches made of gold and steel can withstand the harshest climates — even 100 meters underwater, in the case of Rolex’s Submariner. Designer Gérald Genta, whose range of clients included Rolex, created for Audemars Piguet the first luxury sports timepiece to be made from stainless steel. First introduced in 1972, the Royal Oak was a perfect choice for blending the form and function that are now synonymous with sports watches.

Are you shopping for a wristwatch? It’s good to keep your needs as well as your specific personal style in mind: A smaller, subtle timepiece is a good fit for small wrists. When will you be wearing your new accessory? There’s a versatile model out there for everyday wear, while a rugged, feature-heavy watch is a safe bet if you’re prone to embarking on all-weather activities in the great outdoors.

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