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.
Bulgari Bvlgari Gilt Sterling Silver Las Vegas Casino Chip Coin New in Box
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
Bulgari or Bvlgari rare gilt sterling silver casino chip coin depicting roulette, and other games, made in England in the late 20th century. It measures 3'' in diameter by 1/4'' in h...
Silver, Sterling Silver
Set of 12 Bulgari Sterling Silver Jefferson Cups in Case
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
Set of 12 sterling silver Jefferson cups. Each: Traditional form with curved bottom. Easy-grip proportions with gentle rock. Showy gilding on interior. In cloth-bound case with fitte...
Sterling Silver
A silver letter opener with onyx detail by Bulgari, 20th century
By Bulgari
Located in View Park, CA
A stunning silver letter opener by Bulgari, featuring an onyx ball within a cage, Italy 20th century. It measures approx 6 inches long, the cage design is about 1” across. Stamped w...
Onyx, Silver
$1,599Sale Price / set|33% Off
Bulgari Sterling Silver and Crystal Punch Set, 20th Century, Italy
By Bulgari
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Bulgari sterling silver and crystal glass punch serving set with one large bowl and 8 cups / Made in Italy Original label on the glass Bowl diameter 8.5 inches, bowl height 5.5 inche...
Sterling Silver
$1,198Sale Price|20% Off
BVLGARI Roma 1970 Quatrefoil Vase In Solid .925 Sterling Silver & 24kt Gilding
By Bulgari
Located in Miami, FL
Quatrefoil dish designed by Bvlgari. This is a beautiful vintage cup vase created in Rome Italy by the luxury house of Bulgari, back in the 1970's. This quatrefoil dish has been car...
Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver
$349Sale Price|30% Off
Bulgari Sterling and Glass Vide Poche Change Tray or Ashtray
By Bulgari
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Bulgari clear square crystal glass with sterling silver vide poche, change tray, pocket emptier or ashtray / made in Italy Original label on the glass Width: 4 inches, depth: 4 inch...
Glass
Decorative Plate, Tribal Royal Headdresses, ROSENTHAL design for BULGARI
By Rosenthal, Bulgari
Located in Torino, IT
Decorative plate porcelain, Tribal Royal Headdresses, rOSENTHAL design for BVLGARI. Limited edition and numbered 1044/3000. ORIGIN Germany PERIOD 1990s DESIGNER ROSENTHAL for BVLG...
Porcelain
Bulgari Bvlgari Sterling Silver Las Vegas Casino Chip Coin New in Box
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
Bulgari or Bvlgari rare sterling silver casino chip coin depicting roulette, and other games, made in England in the late 20th century. It measures 3'' in diameter by 1/4'' in height...
Silver, Sterling Silver
$889Sale Price|20% Off
H 0.99 in W 14.57 in D 2.37 in
20th Cebtury Italian Big Sterling Silver Letter Opener
By Arval Argenti Valenza
Located in VALENZA, IT
Large, completely handmade, sterling silver letter opener. Perfect for a prestigious desk. The blade is smooth while the hand is embossed by hand on both sides with scrolls and fl...
Sterling Silver
Sterling Silver Repousse Pill Box
By Black, Starr & Frost
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A fine sterling silver circular pill box by Black, Starr & Frost, measuring approximately 2 inches (5.1 cm) in diameter. The box features a repoussé-decorated lid, meticulously w...
Sterling Silver
20th Century Sterling Silver Italian Entree with Dish
By Arval Argenti Valenza
Located in VALENZA, IT
Elegant hand made sterling silver entree with dish The welded edge with Reed & Ribbon characterizes the Classic Luis XVI style. The Louis XVI-era Reed & Ribbon collection features ...
Sterling Silver
$344Sale Price|20% Off
H 3.94 in W 3.55 in D 1.78 in
20th Century Italian Miniature Mahogany Piano Sterling Silver Details
By Creazioni Sacchetti
Located in VALENZA, IT
Mahogany vertical piano miniature with 925 sterling silver inserts and details. In the upper part, the silver is pierced with drawings of children picki...
Sterling Silver
Tiffany & Co sterling silver set of 4 shot / cup # 25005
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful set of 4 cups / shots in sterling silver model number 25005.
Sterling Silver
Sterling Silver Vase
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This sterling silver vase, crafted around 1880 by Simpson, Hall, Miller & Company of Wallingford, Connecticut, reflects the elegance and refinement of America’s Gilded Age. Stan...
Sterling Silver
Sterling Silver Charity (Tzedakah)Box
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Being offered is a sterling silver charity (Tzedakah) box. Sleek and contemporary it is elegant and timeless. It stands on three round balls and has a slightly curved shape. Char...
Sterling Silver
$11,664
H 12.8 in Dm 3.94 in
20th Century Italian 925 Sterling Silver Torsade Vase by Mario Buccellati
By Mario Buccellati
Located in Braintree, GB
20th Century Italian 925 sterling silver torsade vase by Mario Buccellati Made in Italy, 20th Century. Maker: Mario Buccellati Fully hallmarked. Mario Buccellati was born int...
Sterling Silver
Neckring 29A by Anne Ammitzbøll 925 Sterling Silver From 1945s
By Georg Jensen, Anne Ammitzbøll
Located in Lejre, DK
The neckring, identified as no. 29A and designed by Anne Ammitzbøll under the "AURA" collection for Georg Jensen, dates back to circa 1945. Crafted from 925 Sterling Silver, this pie...
Sterling Silver
Vide Poche or Ashtray in Art Glass Venice Brown Color Italy Murano 1970
By Laguna Murano
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
Vide Poche or Ashtray in Art Glass Venice Brown Color Italy Murano 1970
Art Glass
$1,490Sale Price|20% Off
H 3.55 in W 2.76 in D 3.15 in
Antique Silver BOX Decorative Box, Sterling Silver Jewllery Box Home Decor
Located in Wembley, GB
Antique valuable handmade sterling silver box or Decorative jewllery box with Illustration pressed, cast and chased. Rectangular body on short, curved feet with hinged, vaulted lid. ...
Gold Plate, Silver, Sterling Silver
20th century Set of 6 Crystal Italian Wine Glasses, 1950s
Located in LEGNY, FR
Set of six beautiful Italian crystal wine glasses with beautiful flower engravings. Gold leaf gilding. Great thickness of crystal. They will enhance your festive tables. Perfect cond...
Crystal, Gold Leaf
Sold
H 10.44 in W 10.63 in D 6.7 in
Antique 19th Century Victorian Solid Silver Four Piece Tea Set, London c.1854
By Bulgari
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Antique 19th Century Victorian solid silver four piece tea and coffee service. The set comprises a teapot, coffee pot, sugar bowl and cream jug. Each piece is raised on cast scroll f...
Silver
Sold
H 1.25 in Dm 4.5 in
A duo of rare sterling silver pieces with ancient Roman coins, Bulgari 20th c
By Bulgari
Located in View Park, CA
A duo of rare sterling silver pieces with inset ancient Roman coins, Bulgari and after Bulgari, 20th century: 1. Bulgari - rare vintage bubble designed bowl with inset authentic an...
Metal, Sterling Silver
Bvlgari , Bulgari , 925 sterling silver "Cerniera" corkscrew "Butterfly
By Bulgari
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Traditional butterfly design , in this corkscrew opener by Bulgari, marked and also .925 Sterling silver, made in Italy .
Sterling Silver
Sold
H 1.61 in Dm 5.25 in
Bvlgari London 1985 Magnum Champagne Bottle Coaster .925 Sterling Silver & Wood
By Bulgari
Located in Miami, FL
Coaster for magnum champagne bottle designed by Bvlgari. An ultimate luxury item created in England by the house of Bvlgari. This champagne magnum bottle coaster was made in London at the silversmith atelier of Sotirio Bvlgari...
Silver, Sterling Silver
Bvlgari / Bulgari Sterling Silver Letter Opener
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
Bvlgari / Bulgari sterling silver letter opener with heavy gage silver. This high-quality decorative piece measures 7 1/2'' in length by 1'' in width, marked "Bvlgari", is sure to be...
Silver, Sterling Silver
Sold
H 0.33 in W 7 in D 1.25 in
Bvlgari Sterling Silver Modern Sculptural Letter Opener / 'Tagliacarte in Argent
By Bulgari
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Bvlgari Sterling Silver Modern Sculptural Letter Opener / 'Tagliacarte in Argento' Italy, circa 1960s, complete with original box and red velvet cloth E...
Sterling Silver
Bulgari Bvlgari Sterling Silver Lucky 7 Keychain
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
Bulgari sterling silver keychain, unique heavy gage silver. Accessorize in style with this classic piece. Beautiful gift for a new home, car, office, housewarming, birthday, Father's...
Silver, Sterling Silver
Bvlgari / Bulgari Sterling Silver Letter Opener
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
Looking for a unique and elegant gift for a birthday, Father's Day, Mother's Day or a housewarming? This high-quality sterling silver letter opener by Italian designer & retailer Bvl...
Silver, Sterling Silver
Bulgari Sterling Silver Vide-Poche
By Bulgari
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A neo-classical Bulgari sterling silver vide poche or catchall. It features a medallion mounted in the center. The inscription on the back dates the 3...
Sterling Silver, Bronze
Art Nouveau Small Silver Box Vermeil, 1920 Sotirio Bulgari
By Bulgari
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Art Nouveau small silver box Vermeil, 1920 Bulgari, precious and very rare, made of silver and enamel, internally vermeil silver, a treat for true col...
Vermeil, Silver, Enamel
Bulgari English Sterling Silver Octagon Tray
By Bulgari
Located in Big Bend, WI
Bulgari. Simple Bulgari eight-sided octagon shaped serving tray. This English sterling was made in London in 1976. The piece measures 1" x 12", and it weighs 34.26 ozt. It is not ...
Sterling Silver
Sterling Silver Bvlgari Lipped Cup with Etched Brand
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
A sterling silver Bulgari lipped cup with etched brand logo. Perfect for use as a rinse cup for a bathroom or as part of a bar set. Three separate Bvlgari etchings are featured, from...