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 18k Gold and Diamond Choker Circa 1982
By Marina B
Located in Weston, MA
Marina Bulgari was born in July 1930 into the famous jewelry family Bulgari, founded by her grandfather. She worked as a designer at Bulgari until 1978 when she left to create her ow...
Diamond, 18k Gold
$150,000
Marina B Gem Set Choker
By Marina B
Located in New York, NY
Marina B Gem Set Choker A Marina B choker featuring a central oval sapphire weighing approximately 24 carats framed by round-cut diamonds, onyx, and ruby cabochons, finished with si...
Diamond, Onyx, Pearl, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
Marina B Rubellite Choker Necklace
By Marina B
Located in New York, NY
Marina B Rubellite Choker Necklace A choker featuring triple rows of tubogas gold. The center consists of a large cabochon rubellite, citrine, diamonds & onyx. Measurements: 4.5" ...
Rubelite, 18k Gold
Iconic Marina B Aquamarine Choker Necklace
By Marina B
Located in New York, NY
Iconic Marina B Aquamarine Choker Necklace A choker featuring three rows of tubogas gold. The center consists of a large cabochon aquamarine, tanzanite, diamonds & onyx. Measu...
Aquamarine, 18k Gold
MARINA B. Milano 1996 Limited Edition Modernist Spring Necklace 18Kt Yellow Gold
By Marina B
Located in Miami, FL
Spring necklace designed by Marina B. (1930-2024). This is a very rare necklace created in Milano Italy by the iconic jewelry house of Marina B. back in 1994. The necklace is part o...
Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Marina B. 18k Diamond Gold Necklace
By Marina B
Located in istanbul, TR
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 ...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Marina B Atomo Necklace Bracelet Combination
By Marina B
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This particular 18k yellow gold Marina B Atomo necklace, bracelet combination truly represents the epitome of this model. When worn together as a sing...
18k Gold
Marina B Cardan Necklace Carnelian, Onyx and Pearl
By Marina B
Located in Bethesda, MD
Marina B vibrant Cardan collection features a unique design of unthreaded beads, where semi-precious stones are elegantly connected through a flexible joint system inspired by the ca...
Citrine, Onyx, Pearl, Carnelian, 18k Gold
Marina B Pearl Blue Russian Quartz Onyx Bead Gold Necklace Cardan Long Necklace
By Marina B
Located in Milano, IT
Vintage Long 18k gold necklace by Marina B, with 10.5 mm Blue Beads, 7mm onyx and 8mm pearls. Necklace is 84 cm long. Marked: Marina B, MB, Italy, 750. Weight - 131,5 grams. Please n...
Pearl, Gold
Marina B Ciao Hearts Necklace with Diamonds
By Marina B
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k yellow gold and Round Brilliant cut Diamonds. Signed by Marina B 14 1/2 inches long
Diamond, 18k Gold
Marina B 18 Karat Yellow and White Gold and Diamond Mini Atomo Necklace
By Marina B
Located in Zurich, CH
Delightful 18 karat gold and diamond "Mini Atomo" necklace by Marina B. Attractive, contemporary cable chain necklace, the front designed as a series of polished yellow gold spheres...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Marina B Multi Gem Pearl Necklace
By Marina B
Located in New York, NY
Marina B 18 karat yellow gold multi gem necklace with pearls. Marked: Marina B / MB / 750. Total weight: 21.0 grams. Pendant measurements: width 2.4 cm, length 4 cm. Chain length: 15...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Marina B Mother of Pearl Diamond Gold Long Chain Necklace
By Marina B
Located in New York, NY
18k yellow gold long chain necklace by Marina B, featuring white and black mother of pearl links with diamonds ( total approx. 1.50ctw G/VS). Necklace is 36" long, links are 21mm wid...
Diamond, Pearl, Gold
Marina B Gold Mother of Pearl Diamond Long Necklace
By Marina B
Located in New York, NY
Long 18k yellow gold station necklace by Marina B, featuring links set with white and black mother of pearl and approx. 1.20ctw in di...
Gold
$1,200Sale Price|20% Off
L 14 in
Marina J. Woven Pearl Choker with Vintage Filigree Centerpiece and Gold Findings
By Marina J.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful One Of A Kind Choker by Marina J. This piece is made using all luxury Pearls intricately woven together into a tight lace like design. A vintage 18k Yellow Gold Plated Vintage Filigree Brooch...
Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver
Pearls and Diamonds Chain Choker Necklace, 18k Gold
By Michelle Massoura Fine Jewellery
Located in Nicosia, CY
An array of dangling freshwater pearls in various sizes accentuated by glimmering natural diamonds hanging from a delicate chain fitted closely around the neck. A modern take on th...
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold
18k Gold Trio Diamond Necklace Three Diamond Floating Necklace
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
Trio Diamond Necklace is made of 18k solid gold available in three colors of gold, Rose Gold / White Gold / Yellow Gold. Three brilliant round cut set diamond sits at the center of a thin 18k gold chain. Each diamond is hand selected by me to ensure quality and handset by a master setter in our studio. It would be a perfect gift at any occasion celebrate her everlasting love with this breathtaking trio diamond pendant necklace. "ALL OUR ITEMS ARE ELIGIBLE FOR FREE SHIPPING AROUND THE WORLD" "AVAILABLE IN WHITE GOLD, YELLOW GOLD, ROSE GOLD COLOR" "THIS ITEM IS LISTED AS 18K GOLD IN THIS LISTING, PLEASE WRITE A NOTE TO US ABOUT YOUR REQUIRED GOLD COLOR WHEN YOU ORDER, SINCE 1st Dibs SYSTEM DOESN'T SHOW GOLD COLOR" IF YOU NEED THIS ITEM IN 10K GOLD, PLEASE WRITE US A MESSAGE ABOUT 10K GOLD COLOR & WE WILL CREATE A CUSTOM LISTING FOR YOUR PURCHASE. DON'T HESITATE TO ASK FOR ADDITIONAL DISCOUNTS ON TOP OF THE CURRENT DISCOUNT *** Details *** - Gold :- 18k Solid Gold. - Gold Color :- Rose Gold / Yellow Gold / White Gold (WRITE A MESSAGE FOR YOUR REQUIRED GOLD COLOR) - Pendant Measurement :- 4 mm...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Valentino Choker Necklace - '10s
By Valentino
Located in Milano, IT
Elevate your look with the Valentino Choker Necklace. Made from gold plated metal, this choker style necklace features a striking pyramid pendant with textured metal at the center. T...
18K Gold Diamond and Pearl Choker
By Michelle Massoura Fine Jewellery
Located in Nicosia, CY
An array of dangling pearls in various sizes accentuated by glimmering diamonds hanging from a delicate chain fitted closely around the neck. A modern take on the classic pearl choke...
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold
Fine Aquamarine Diamond Akoya Pearl Double-Strand Gold Choker Necklace
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A stunning piece featuring a stunning oval-shaped aquamarine weighing 48.72 carats. It has the ideal bright sea-blue color and is free of any inclusions allowing the stones natural b...
Aquamarine, Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$12,000
Choker Diamond Necklace
By Diana M. Jewels
Located in New York, NY
18K White Gold diamond necklace, features 13.00 Carats of near colorless white slightly included diamonds. 16" necklace.
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold
Iconic Vintage Signature CHANEL Black Leather Gold Plated Choker Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Vintage Signature CHANEL leather-woven Chain and Gold-tone Setting Choker Necklace. Featuring the Iconic Double CC, a Signature detail synonymous with Chanel. Measu...
Gold Plate
Diamond Choker Tennis Necklace
By Diamond Scene New York
Located in New York, NY
5.65 carats of white round brilliant cut diamonds set in 14k white gold A perfect choker necklace that can be worn daily and casually or dressed up. Looks great layered with oth...
Diamond, White Diamond
18Kt Gold Large Oval Link Necklace
Located in Bethesda, MD
This stylish gold necklace is both lightweight and trendy. ♦ Metal: 18 Karat Yellow Gold ♦ Circa: 1980s ♦ Length: 18.5 inches ♦ Width: 9/16th of an inch ♦ Weight: 83.7grams ♦ Packagi...
Gold
iconic Christian Lacroix runway choker 1994
By Christian Lacroix
Located in TOULOUSE, FR
This rare Christian Lacroix runway choker is an authentic collector’s piece from the House’s golden era. Crafted from leather, it showcases th...
Chanel Gemstone Gold Choker Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Feasterville, PA
Gemstones are at their very best when they’re positioned to play off of each other like the colors of the rainbow, and this 18k yellow gold choker necklace from Chanel does precisely...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Marina B.18K Blackened Steel Diamond Collar
By Marina B
Located in Queens, NY
Marina B. 18K Yellow Gold & Blackened Steel Diamond Collar Necklace, featuring blackened steel links, six yellow gold links adorned with eighty two pave set round faceted diamond...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Steel
Marina B, Cardan Blue and Pink Russian Quartz Necklace
By Marina B
Located in Bethesda, MD
Discover timeless elegance with this exquisite Marina B Cardan Necklace, featuring alternating blue and pink Russian quartz gemstones set in rich 18K y...
Quartz, 18k Gold
Marina B Yellow Gold White Gold 18K Helix Choker Necklace
By Marina B
Located in Fairfield, CT
Marina B Yellow Gold White Gold 18K Helix Choker Necklace Designed by Marina B, this 18k gold necklace embodies bold elegance with its alternating yellow gold and white gold beads, ...
Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Marina B. 1986 French 7.44 CTW Diamond 18K Gold Vintage Écume Choker Neklace
By Marina B
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a rounded yellow gold graduated collar with considerable flex Accented by grooved and raised organic motif fully around Bead set with round brilliant cut diamonds through...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Marina B 18k Yellow Gold Diamond Tubogas Collar Necklace
By Marina B
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Marina B tubogas-style necklace, designed as a flexible spring link choker in polished 18k yellow gold accented by pavé-set diamond swag motifs. Round-cut diamonds weighing approxima...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
MARINA B. Milano Pneus Necklace In 18Kt Yellow Gold With Russian Quartzes
By Marina B
Located in Miami, FL
Pneus necklace designed by Marina B. (1930-2023). This fantastic colorful necklace was created in Milano Italy by Marina B. back in 1994. The necklace is from the Pneus Unthreaded b...
Quartz, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Marina B Cardan Necklace, 32 inches, Chalcedony Pearl and Onyx
By Marina B
Located in Bethesda, MD
Marina B vibrant Cardan collection features a unique design of unthreaded beads, where semi-precious stones are elegantly connected through a flexible joint system inspired by the ca...
Chalcedony, Onyx, Pearl, 18k Gold
Vintage Marina B Art Glass Bead 18k Gold Necklace Earrings Set Estate Jewelry
By Marina B
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A spectacular Marina B set, featuring an art glass bead 18k gold necklace and earrings. The crow bead necklace, showcasing four alternating vivid colors, ...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Marina B Trisolina Pave Diamond Collar Necklace 18K Yellow Gold
By Marina B
Located in Dallas, TX
Marina B Trisolina Pave Diamond Collar Necklace in 18K Yellow Gold. The necklace features and accent of 14 brilliant round diamonds 0.08ctw. The necklace has a flexible inner circumf...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Marina B Pearl Gemstones Collar Necklace Vintage Jewelry
By Marina B
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A spectacular vintage collar necklace by Marina B, crafted from pearls and featuring a calf’s head shaped cabochon emerald accented with diamonds, ruby and black onyx set in 18 karat yellow gold. The seven-strand pearl choker is centered by a calf’s head shaped cabochon emerald. This gorgeous gem is bracketed by a diamond shaped cabochon ruby below and a trapezoid cabochon ruby above. The background of the gemstones is embellished with round diamonds, all framed by a black onyx bezel set in gold. The rows of pearls are secured by gold terminals, with two gold brackets at the ends of the necklace. This collar necklace by Marina B celebrates the opulent style of the 1980s, defined by its symmetry and graphic lines. Bold, oversized, and richly adorned, pieces from that era continue to captivate us with their luxurious allure. The vintage collar necklace was made in France of 18 karat yellow gold, akoya pearl, diamond, emerald, ruby, black onyx. The pearls graduate in diameter from 5.7 mm to 4.6 mm. The calf’s head shaped cabochon emerald is approximately 11 carats and has a beautiful vivid green color. Cabochon rubies are approximately 1.60 carats. The diamonds are round brilliant cut, G color, VS clarity, total weight approximately 1.70 carats. The choker width is 1-1/4" (3.3 cm), the spring construction makes the necklace fit up to 16" (40 cm) neck. The choker weighs 192.5 grams. The necklace is stamped with Marina B maker's mark and logo, hallmark for 18 karat gold, serial number and country of manufacture. About Marina B Brand: If we wanted to define Marina B jewelry...
Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Steel
Rare Vintage Marina B Gold Diamonds and Lacquer Chocker necklace
By Marina B
Located in Milano, IT
Introducing a mesmerizing Marina B choker—an exquisite blend of elegance and rarity. Crafted from 18Kt gold and adorned with luxurious lacquer, this masterpiece is a testament to unp...
Diamond, Citrine, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Marina B Diamond Heart Shape Link Statement Yellow Gold Necklace
By Marina B
Located in Southampton, PA
18k Yellow Gold Diamond Heart Shape Link Statement Necklace by Marina B. With 19 round brilliant cut diamonds VS1 clarity, G color This authentic Marina B statement necklace radiate...
Diamond, Yellow Gold