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Bvlgari Diamond Serpenti Watch

Bvlgari Serpenti Tubogas Diamond Rose Gold Watch
Bvlgari Serpenti Tubogas Diamond Rose Gold Watch

Bvlgari Serpenti Tubogas Diamond Rose Gold Watch

By Bulgari

Located in Chicago, IL

Experience the captivating allure of this Bvlgari Serpenti Tubogas watch, a masterpiece of Italian jewelry and horological design.

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2010s Italian Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Bulgari Serpenti Rose Gold Diamond Watch Bracelet 18k Bvlgari
Bulgari Serpenti Rose Gold Diamond Watch Bracelet 18k Bvlgari

Bulgari Serpenti Rose Gold Diamond Watch Bracelet 18k Bvlgari

By Bulgari

Located in New York, NY

Bvlgari Serpenti Rose Gold Diamond Watch A limited edition Bvlgari wrist watch, featuring the brand's iconic snake motif Made with 174 round brilliant-cut diamonds approx 12.89 cara...

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Late 20th Century Italian Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Bvlgari 18K Rose Gold Serpenti Misteriosi Watch
Bvlgari 18K Rose Gold Serpenti Misteriosi Watch

Bvlgari 18K Rose Gold Serpenti Misteriosi Watch

By Bulgari

Located in New York, NY

The Bvlgari Serpent Misteriosi Secret Watch in 18K Rose Gold Diamond and Rubelite combines luxury, elegance and seduction..

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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Rubelite, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Bvlgari Serpenti Inspired Rose Gold Diamond Sapphire High Jewelry Watch
Bvlgari Serpenti Inspired Rose Gold Diamond Sapphire High Jewelry Watch

Bvlgari Serpenti Inspired Rose Gold Diamond Sapphire High Jewelry Watch

By Bulgari

Located in Chicago, IL

An extraordinary Bvlgari high jewelry wristwatch, masterfully crafted in 18 karat rose gold and adorned with an exceptional arrangement of diamonds and vivid purple sapphires. Combin...

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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire

Bvlgari Serpenti Inspired Rose Gold Diamond Sapphire High Jewelry Watch
Bvlgari Serpenti Inspired Rose Gold Diamond Sapphire High Jewelry Watch

Bvlgari Serpenti Inspired Rose Gold Diamond Sapphire High Jewelry Watch

By Bulgari

Located in Chicago, IL

An extraordinary Bvlgari high jewelry wristwatch, masterfully crafted in 18 karat rose gold and adorned with an exceptional arrangement of diamonds and vivid purple sapphires. Combin...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Rose Gold

Bvlgari 18K White Gold Serpenti White Dial Leather Bracelet Diamond Ladies Watch
Bvlgari 18K White Gold Serpenti White Dial Leather Bracelet Diamond Ladies Watch

Bvlgari 18K White Gold Serpenti White Dial Leather Bracelet Diamond Ladies Watch

By Bulgari

Located in New York, NY

Beautiful watch to gift to your loved one or to purchase for yourself: Bvlgari Serpenti Leather Bracelet Wrap Diamond Watch.

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Bvlgari Bulgari Rare Serpenti Watch 18k Gold White Enamel Gemstones
Bvlgari Bulgari Rare Serpenti Watch 18k Gold White Enamel Gemstones

Bvlgari Bulgari Rare Serpenti Watch 18k Gold White Enamel Gemstones

By Bulgari

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

WATCH SPECS: Model: "Serpenti", manufactured by Carlo Illario e Fratelli, Valenza Po.

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Vintage 1970s Italian Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Enamel

Bvlgari Serpenti Scaglie Rose Gold Diamond Set 102345
Bvlgari Serpenti Scaglie Rose Gold Diamond Set 102345

Bvlgari Serpenti Scaglie Rose Gold Diamond Set 102345

By Bulgari

Located in Mayfair, London, London

A true statement of luxury, an exquisite Bvlgari Serpenti Scaglie ref: SPP26C9GD1C9LGD1 102345 an iconic design with exceptional craftsmanship. Powered by a precise quartz movement,...

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2010s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Bvlgari Serpenti Rose Gold Diamond Set 101788 SPP26G
Bvlgari Serpenti Rose Gold Diamond Set 101788 SPP26G

Bvlgari Serpenti Rose Gold Diamond Set 101788 SPP26G

By Bulgari

Located in Mayfair, London, London

A rose gold Serpenti by Bvlgari. Features a black dial with each hour marker diamond-set. At 12 and 6 o'clock of the case is a total of 6 round brilliant cut diamonds. Fitted with a ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Bvlgari Serpenti SP35S Stainless Steel Diamond Bezel Box & Papers
Bvlgari Serpenti SP35S Stainless Steel Diamond Bezel Box & Papers

Bvlgari Serpenti SP35S Stainless Steel Diamond Bezel Box & Papers

By Bulgari

Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY

The Serpenti Tubogas watch by Bvlgari is an exquisite combination of elegance and modernity, inspired by the graceful curves of a snake.

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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Bvlgari Serpenti SPP26G Twirl Diamond in Rose Gold on Diamond & Onyx Bracelet
Bvlgari Serpenti SPP26G Twirl Diamond in Rose Gold on Diamond & Onyx Bracelet

Bvlgari Serpenti SPP26G Twirl Diamond in Rose Gold on Diamond & Onyx Bracelet

By Bulgari

Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY

Embrace luxury with this Bvlgari watch crafted in 18k rose gold and mixed metals, featuring 4.12 carats of sparkling diamonds. The sleek black watch face is complemented by a unique...

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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

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Bvlgari Serpenti Watch with Diamond markers
Bvlgari Serpenti Watch with Diamond markers

Bvlgari Serpenti Watch with Diamond markers

By Bulgari

Located in Saint Louis, MO

Stunning stainless steel, Bvlgari serpentine, watch with diamond hour markers. These timeless iconic watches are perfect for every day, where we’re dressing up in the evening the wat...

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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond

Bvlgari Serpenti Rose Gold Diamonds Jewellery Watch
Bvlgari Serpenti Rose Gold Diamonds Jewellery Watch

Bvlgari Serpenti Rose Gold Diamonds Jewellery Watch

Located in New York, NY

Serpenti Jewellery Watch with case and double spiral bracelet in 18 kt rose gold and brilliant cut diamonds, black sapphire crystal dial and diamond indexes. Sophisticated and strik...

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2010s Italian Wrist Watches

Bvlgari Serpenti Jewelry White Gold Diamonds Watch
Bvlgari Serpenti Jewelry White Gold Diamonds Watch

Bvlgari Serpenti Jewelry White Gold Diamonds Watch

By Bulgari

Located in New York, NY

26 mm 18-ct white gold case with 6 diamonds 0.45 carats, 8.25 mm thick, sapphire crystal, mother of pearl dial set with 33 diamonds 0.06 carats, quartz movement, 18-ct white gold bra...

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2010s Italian Wrist Watches

Bvlgari Tubogas 102450 Rose Gold Serpenti Watch
Bvlgari Tubogas 102450 Rose Gold Serpenti Watch

Bvlgari Tubogas 102450 Rose Gold Serpenti Watch

By Bulgari

Located in New York, NY

Gender: Women Case material: Rose Gold Dial color: White Strap material: Rose Gold Movement: Quartz Battery Reference number: 102450 Water resistance: 30 m (98 ft) Crystal: Sapphire ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Rose Gold

Bvlgari Tubogas 102450 Rose Gold Serpenti Watch
Bvlgari Tubogas 102450 Rose Gold Serpenti Watch

Bvlgari Tubogas 102450 Rose Gold Serpenti Watch

By Bulgari

Located in New York, NY

Gender: Women Case material: Rose Gold Dial color: White Strap material: Rose Gold Movement: Quartz Battery Reference number: 102450 Water resistance: 30 m (98 ft) Crystal: Sapphire ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Rose Gold

Bvlgari Tubogas Serpenti Ladies Watch
Bvlgari Tubogas Serpenti Ladies Watch

Bvlgari Tubogas Serpenti Ladies Watch

By Bulgari

Located in New York, NY

Bvlgari "Serpenti " Bracelet/Wristwatch In Coiled Rose Gold and Diamond 18K., quartz, composed of polished tapered scales accented by round diamonds approximately 2.50 carats, tipp...

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1990s Italian Artist Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Bvlgari Serpenti Silver Dial Diamond Bezel Ladies Watch
Bvlgari Serpenti Silver Dial Diamond Bezel Ladies Watch

Bvlgari Serpenti Silver Dial Diamond Bezel Ladies Watch

By Bulgari

Located in MIAMI, FL

Bid confidently in this amazing 100% authentic BVLGARI Serpenti Diamond watch. Details and specs on the timepiece found below.

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2010s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Bvlgari Serpenti 18 Karat Gold Diamond Dial Watch
Bvlgari Serpenti 18 Karat Gold Diamond Dial Watch

Bvlgari Serpenti 18 Karat Gold Diamond Dial Watch

By Bulgari

Located in New York, NY

Stunning 18K Yellow Gold Serpenti watch by Bvlgari. With diamond hour markers. 10 Round Cuts.

Category

20th Century Italian Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Bvlgari 1 Coil Serpenti Spiga Watch
Bvlgari 1 Coil Serpenti Spiga Watch

Bvlgari 1 Coil Serpenti Spiga Watch

By Bulgari

Located in New York, NY

Finely crafted in 18k rose gold and black ceramic with a black lacquered dial and Round Brilliant cut Diamonds. Signed by Bvlgari 35mm face

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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Bvlgari Serpenti Diamond Onyx Quartz Watch W/Papers
Bvlgari Serpenti Diamond Onyx Quartz Watch W/Papers

Bvlgari Serpenti Diamond Onyx Quartz Watch W/Papers

By Bulgari

Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY

Introducing the Bvlgari Serpenti Diamond Onyx watch, model SPP26BGD1GD10.1T.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold

Bvlgari Serpenti Scagile Rose Gold Diamond Onyx Bracelet Watch
Bvlgari Serpenti Scagile Rose Gold Diamond Onyx Bracelet Watch

Bvlgari Serpenti Scagile Rose Gold Diamond Onyx Bracelet Watch

By Bulgari

Located in Palm Beach, FL

Bvlgari Serpenti Scagile bracelet watch (ref. SPP26BGD1GBLD1.2T), featuring a Swiss-made quartz movement; black dial with diamond-set indices; and, 26mm, 18k rose gold case flanked b...

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Bvlgari Serpenti Tubogas Quartz Watch Ref. SP35SPG
Bvlgari Serpenti Tubogas Quartz Watch Ref. SP35SPG

Bvlgari Serpenti Tubogas Quartz Watch Ref. SP35SPG

By Bulgari

Located in New York, NY

Pre-Owned Bvlgari Serpenti Tubogas Lady watch with, 35 mm stainless steel curved case, 18 kt rose gold bezel set with diamonds, 18 kt rose gold crown set with a cabochon cut pink rub...

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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Rubelite, Stainless Steel

Bvlgari Serpenti Tubogas Stainless Steel and Diamonds Silver Watch
Bvlgari Serpenti Tubogas Stainless Steel and Diamonds Silver Watch

Bvlgari Serpenti Tubogas Stainless Steel and Diamonds Silver Watch

By Bulgari

Located in Neguri, Vizcaya

Serpenti Tubogas double spiral watch in stainless steel case and bracelet, bezel set with brilliant cut diamonds and silver opaline dial. Diameter: 35mm / 1.37 in Case Shape: Drop F...

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1990s Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver, Steel, Stainless Steel

Bvlgari Serpenti 102440 Stainless Steel Diamond Dial & Bezel Women's Watch
Bvlgari Serpenti 102440 Stainless Steel Diamond Dial & Bezel Women's Watch

Bvlgari Serpenti 102440 Stainless Steel Diamond Dial & Bezel Women's Watch

By Bulgari

Located in Boca Raton, FL

Bulgari Serpenti Stainless Steel Diamond Bezel Watch Designer: Bulgari Collection: Serpenti Style: One-Twirl Wrap Around Watch Case Material: Stainless Steel Bezel: Factory Diam...

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Steel, Stainless Steel

Bvlgari Stainless Steel & Diamond Serpenti Tubogas Watch BB 19 1TS
Bvlgari Stainless Steel & Diamond Serpenti Tubogas Watch BB 19 1TS

Bvlgari Stainless Steel & Diamond Serpenti Tubogas Watch BB 19 1TS

By Bulgari

Located in New York, NY

Bvlgari Stainless Steel & Diamond Serpenti Tubogas Watch BB 19 1TS.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Bvlgari Serpenti Diamond Tubogas Ladies 18k Yellow Gold Bulgari Watch
Bvlgari Serpenti Diamond Tubogas Ladies 18k Yellow Gold Bulgari Watch

Bvlgari Serpenti Diamond Tubogas Ladies 18k Yellow Gold Bulgari Watch

By Bulgari

Located in Miami, FL

This watch is Constructed in the figure of a snake. SERPENTI collection is one of BVLGARI's most famous icons.

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1990s Italian Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Bvlgari 18K Rose Gold Serpenti Misteriosi Secret Watch
Bvlgari 18K Rose Gold Serpenti Misteriosi Secret Watch

Bvlgari 18K Rose Gold Serpenti Misteriosi Secret Watch

By Bulgari

Located in New York, NY

In a tribute to its spirit animal, Bvlgari captures the power of seduction in the Serpenti Misteriosi Secret Watch, camouflaging sensuality and temptation with a hypnotic design.

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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Bvlgari 18 Karat Tri-Color Gold Serpenti Tubogas Diamond Bracelet Watch
Bvlgari 18 Karat Tri-Color Gold Serpenti Tubogas Diamond Bracelet Watch

Bvlgari 18 Karat Tri-Color Gold Serpenti Tubogas Diamond Bracelet Watch

By Bulgari

Located in New York, NY

Merging two of the most iconic symbols of Bvlgari design, the Serpenti Tubogas watch coils the sinuosity of the snake with the contemporary soul of tubogas.

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2010s Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

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

Bvlgari Serpenti Diamond Watch with Double Spiral White Karung Strap Box Papers
Bvlgari Serpenti Diamond Watch with Double Spiral White Karung Strap Box Papers

Bvlgari Serpenti Diamond Watch with Double Spiral White Karung Strap Box Papers

By Bulgari

Located in Bonita Springs, FL

Brand: Bvlgari Model: Serpenti Gemstones: Diamonds, Rubelite Dial: Mother of Pearl Model Number: 102781 Metal: Stainless Steel Strap: Double Spiral White Karung + Extra Brown Strap I...

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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Rubelite, Steel, Stainless Steel

Bvlgari Serpenti Steel Leather White Dial Diamond Quartz Ladies Watch 102781
Bvlgari Serpenti Steel Leather White Dial Diamond Quartz Ladies Watch 102781

Bvlgari Serpenti Steel Leather White Dial Diamond Quartz Ladies Watch 102781

By Bulgari

Located in New York, NY

Covered by a 3-year Chronostore warranty Details: MSRP 6250 Brand Bvlgari Department Women Model Number 102781 Model Bvlgari Serpenti Style Dress/Formal, Luxury Band Color White Dial...

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2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Bvlgari Serpenti Steel Diamond Black Lacquered Dial Quartz Ladies Watch 102441
Bvlgari Serpenti Steel Diamond Black Lacquered Dial Quartz Ladies Watch 102441

Bvlgari Serpenti Steel Diamond Black Lacquered Dial Quartz Ladies Watch 102441

By Bulgari

Located in New York, NY

Covered By 3 Year Chronostore Warranty MSRP 13200 Brand Bvlgari Department Women Model Number 102441 Model Bvlgari Serpenti Style Dress/Formal, Luxury Band Color Steel Dial Color Bla...

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2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

Bvlgari Serpenti Spiga 18K Gold Ceramic Diamonds Black Dial Ladies Watch SPP35G
Bvlgari Serpenti Spiga 18K Gold Ceramic Diamonds Black Dial Ladies Watch SPP35G

Bvlgari Serpenti Spiga 18K Gold Ceramic Diamonds Black Dial Ladies Watch SPP35G

By Bulgari

Located in New York, NY

The original box and paper are included. Brand: Bvlgari Type: Wristwatch Department: Women Model Number: SPP35G Country/Region of Manufacture: Switzerland Style: Luxury Model...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Bvlgari 18K Rose Gold Diamond Mother of Pearl Yellow Gold Serpenti Quartz Watch
Bvlgari 18K Rose Gold Diamond Mother of Pearl Yellow Gold Serpenti Quartz Watch

Bvlgari 18K Rose Gold Diamond Mother of Pearl Yellow Gold Serpenti Quartz Watch

By Bulgari

Located in New York, NY

Bulgari Ladies Diamond Mother of Pearl Yellow Gold Serpenti Quartz Wristwatch. A 18K rose gold Bulgari Serpenti watch, designed as coiled serpent, the dial set with mother-of-pearl, ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Bvlgari Serpenti 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Bezel MOP Dial Ladies Watch 102727
Bvlgari Serpenti 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Bezel MOP Dial Ladies Watch 102727

Bvlgari Serpenti 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Bezel MOP Dial Ladies Watch 102727

By Bulgari

Located in New York, NY

Pre-owned in excellent condition. No original box and papers. Comes with a Chronostore box and authenticity card. Product Overview Brand: Bvlgari Model Name: Serpenti Model Number...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

NEW Bvlgari Serpenti Tubogas 18K Rose Gold Steel Diamond Blue Dial Watch 102984
NEW Bvlgari Serpenti Tubogas 18K Rose Gold Steel Diamond Blue Dial Watch 102984

NEW Bvlgari Serpenti Tubogas 18K Rose Gold Steel Diamond Blue Dial Watch 102984

By Bulgari

Located in New York, NY

Comes with the original box and papers. Brand: Bvlgari Type: Wristwatch Department: Women Model Number: 102984 Country/Region of Manufacture: Switzerland Style: Luxury Model: Bvlgar...

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

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Bvlgari Diamond Serpenti Watch For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact bvlgari diamond serpenti watch you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using gold, 18k gold and rose gold. You can easily find a 6 antique edition and 14 modern creations to choose from as well. Making the right choice when shopping for a bvlgari diamond serpenti 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. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic bvlgari diamond serpenti watch over the years, but those made by Bulgari are often thought to be among the most beautiful. Take a look at a bvlgari diamond serpenti watch featuring diamond from our inventory today to add the perfect touch to your look. See these pages for a round cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also brilliant cut cut and marquise cut cut versions available here, too. When shopping for a bvlgari diamond serpenti watch, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for unisex or men today than there are for women.

How Much is a Bvlgari Diamond Serpenti Watch?

The price for a bvlgari diamond serpenti watch starts at $4,000 and tops out at $250,000 with these watches, on average, selling for $45,000.

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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