No stranger to fanciful, bold jewelry designs, Marina Bulgari is the granddaughter of the founder of the legendary luxury house BVLGARI. In the 1970s, she established her own brand, Marina B, and her vibrantly colored, exclusive accessories were widely coveted by jewelry lovers of the 1980s. The same goes for the collectors of today.
When her grandfather Sotirios passed away in 1932, Marina Bulgari’s father Constantino took over the iconic jewelry house alongside his brother Giorgio. Since she was a child, her passion for art and design was wholly enriched and broadened thanks to the historically celebrated family business that was growing in popularity around her. She studied at Saint Mary’s College in England and upon graduating began to contribute her own designs to BVLGARI. When her uncle Giorgio died in 1966, Marina began to help run the business. When her father passed away in 1973, she took his place at the luxury house and remained there for three more years before striking out on her own.
The first Marina B boutique opened in Geneva in 1978. In the years that followed, more locations were established in Milan, New York City and Paris. Marina’s brand embodied luxurious, easy-to-wear jewelry — for women, by women. Women of the era were newly independent, and the jewelry industry — its workshops, boutiques, and other areas of the business — had long been led by men. Alongside Marina, the likes of Elsa Peretti, Angela Cummings and a range of others whose work is still being brought to light today would change that.
Elizabeth Taylor — a dedicated enthusiast of BVLGARI’s dazzling eye candy and the sinuous snake motif that has come to be synonymous with the brand — was among the high-profile admirers of Marina B jewelry in its early days, and her accessories could frequently be seen as part of Taylor’s red carpet ensembles. Marina drew on Japanese and Byzantine traditions and created adornments that were stylized and graphic. Her work was fresh and innovative — for her Pneu collection, she created earrings that could be worn as either drop earrings or studs and in 1980, she unveiled a unique gem cut she called the Chestnut, which landed somewhere between a trilliant cut and a pear cut. This would become a signature of the brand.
Marina introduced other major collections such as the Shirine in 1984 as well as the Atomo and Cardan collections in 1989 before retiring during the 1990s. Ahmed Fitahihi, a Saudi Arabian sheik, bought the company in 1999 before it changed hands again in 2011 when it was acquired by the chief executive of Windsor Jewelers, Paul Lubetsky. In 2017, Italian-born French jewelry designer Guy Bedarida — an alum of Boucheron, Van Cleef & Arpels and a former creative director at John Hardy — took over as majority shareholder and creative director at the band.
Hollywood starlets how found a lot to love about Marina’s designs over the years. In addition to Elizabeth Taylor, her work was worn by Sophia Loren and Grace Kelly. Marina B choker necklaces are popular among contemporary musicians like Rihanna who wore one at the opening ceremony of Rihanna Drive in Barbados and Alicia Keys, who donned a Marina B choker at her 2013 Superbowl performance.
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Marina B Black Beaded Gold and Citrine Bracelet, 1980s
By Marina B
Located in Roma, RM
A refined and recognizable bracelet by Marina B, dating to the 1980s, reflecting the maison’s innovative approach to color, materials, and contemporary elegance. Crafted with strands...
Citrine, Gold
Marina B. Yellow Gold and Multicolored Glass Bracelet
By Marina B
Located in Monaco, MC
Bracelet made of multicolored glass paste spheres, interspersed with diabolo motifs in 18k yellow gold Signed Marina B.
Yellow Gold
Marina B. Onyx Quartz White Gold Bangle Bracelet
By Marina B
Located in Stamford, CT
Onyx and quartz bangle bracelet. 8 custom cut black round onyx intermingled with 4 custom cut quartz crystal gemstones with 18k white gold separators. Fits a standard 7-7.5 inch wris...
Onyx, Quartz, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Marina B. Onyx Quartz White Gold Bangle Bracelet
By Marina B
Located in Stamford, CT
Onyx and quartz bangle bracelet. 8 custom cut black round onyx intermingled with 4 custom cut quartz crystal gemstones with 18k white gold separators. Fits a standard 7-7.5 inch wris...
Onyx, Quartz, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
18k Yellow Gold Beaded Stretch Bracelet Beads
Located in Great neck, NY
Stackable Design: This elegant piece of jewelry will fit perfectly with your favorite outfits; wear it alone or combine it with other bracelets, this bracelet will be the foundational cornerstone of your collection. Timeless and unique bracelet: For the modern woman who lets her personal style shine through, this bracelet is delicate and chic on her wrist, they are the perfect accessory as they are suitable for any occasion! Gift Box included: If you are looking to gift your spouse, girlfriend, kid, or mother on a special occasion like Christmas, birthday, engagement or anniversary then look no further! Ease Of Mind and With Full Confidence: Your satisfaction is our only priority so in the improbable case that you are not 100% thrilled with our bracelet, we will offer you a full refund, No questions asked! Add this classic 18k Gold Bead Bracelet...
Yellow Gold
Beaded Bracelet with Peach Moonstone, Gold and Bakelite
Located in Vannes, FR
Beaded Bracelet with Peach Moonstone, Gold and Bakelite. French Collection by Mesure et Art du Temps. French beaded bracelet accompanied by a peach moonstone, which measures 1cm. Th...
Moonstone, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Vintage Black and White Beaded Bracelet with White Gold by Allison Bryan
By Allison Bryan
Located in London, GB
This bracelet features antique white and black Venetian glass trade beads, accented with one inch of solid cast 14-carat white gold beads. Strung on strong, stretchy elastic. These...
White Gold
$17,625Sale Price|25% Off
Yellow Gold Yellow Sapphire and Diamond Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
This statement bracelet features 192 yellow sapphires for a total of 101.60 carats set in 14k yellow gold and dipped in 24k yellow gold for a richer look with 14 diamonds weighing 0....
Yellow Sapphire, 14k Gold
18k Rose Gold Beaded Stretch Bracelet Beads
Located in Great neck, NY
Stackable Design: This elegant piece of jewelry will fit perfectly with your favorite outfits; wear it alone or combine it with other bracelets, this bracelet will be the foundational cornerstone of your collection. Timeless and unique bracelet: For the modern woman who lets her personal style shine through, this bracelet is delicate and chic on her wrist, they are the perfect accessory as they are suitable for any occasion! Gift Box included: If you are looking to gift your spouse, girlfriend, kid, or mother on a special occasion like Christmas, birthday, engagement or anniversary then look no further! Ease Of Mind and With Full Confidence: Your satisfaction is our only priority so in the improbable case that you are not 100% thrilled with our bracelet, we will offer you a full refund, No questions asked! Add this classic 18k Gold Bead Bracelet...
Rose Gold
Genuine Turquoise and Lapis Bracelet in 14K Yellow Gold
Located in GOES, NL
The perfect blue multi gemstone bracelet, methiciously handknotted. An ocean breeze of precious gemstones around your wrist! This beauty is made of 7-8mm polished gemstones such as;...
Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Onyx Bangle Bracelet Black Enamel Diamond
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
J Dauphin Victorian Style Onyx and Diamond Heart Bangle Bracelet Black Enamel · 14k Gold-Plated Brass Designer: J Dauphin Category: Bracelets · Victorian Revival · Symbolic Jewelry...
Diamond, Onyx, Gold Plate, Brass, Enamel
$440Sale Price|20% Off
W 1 in L 7 in
Marina J. Woven Pearl Bracelet with 14 Karat Yellow Gold-Plated Clasp
By Marina J.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This beautiful, classic and timeless bracelet has elegant pearl weave. At a 1 inch wide the different size pearls (5mm to 2mm) create a checkered design with the sterling silver yell...
Natural Pearl, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Yellow Gold
14 Karat Gold and Vintage Turquoise Beaded Bracelet
By Allison Bryan
Located in London, GB
This women's bracelet features antique turquoise-coloured Venetian glass trade beads, accented with one inch of solid cast 14-carat yellow gold beads. Strung on strong, stretchy ela...
14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Diamond Platinum Onyx Bangle Style Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
Diamond Platinum Onyx Bangle Style art-deco Bracelet. Set with fifty-eight European cut diamonds in center tapering from approximately .65 carats at center to .25 carats at bottom o...
Diamond, Onyx, Platinum
Pink Sapphire and Turquoise Beaded Yellow Gold Bracelet
Located in GOES, NL
The perfect spring/ summer "confetti" gemstone bracelet, methiciously handknotted. A composition of colorful and playfull precious gemstones around your wrist! This beauty is made ...
Opal, Pink Sapphire, Agate, Amazonite, Amethyst, Chalcedony, Chrysophras...
South Sea Pearl Bangle Bracelet 0.12 Carat 18 Karat Rose Gold
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
18K Rose gold bangle bracelet featuring two South Sea Pearls measuring 9.50-10 mm each and 2 round brilliants weighing 0.12 carats. Color G-H Clarity SI Pearls can be changed to Pi...
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Marina B cardan bracelet
By Marina B
Located in Monte Carlo, MC
Marina B. bracelet model "Cardan" in yellow gold 18k, Orange and black beads, yellow gold beads, and pearls. Signed and numbered.
Gold, 18k Gold
Marina B 18 Karat Yellow Gold Atomo Gold Bracelet, circa 1980s
By Marina B
Located in Zurich, CH
Eye-catching Marina B 18 karat yellow gold bracelet, model Atomo, circa 1980s. Modern bracelet, designed as a series of polished gold spheres in different sizes from circa 5.9 mm t...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Marina B. Gold Bead Bracelet
By Marina B
Located in New York, NY
An 18 karat yellow gold Atomo bracelet. Marina B. Designed as a strand of variously sized polished gold beads. Length is approximately 7 1/2 inches. Gross weight is approximately 50....
18k Gold, Yellow Gold