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.
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Bangle Ruby & Diamond Bracelet
Located in Sausalito, CA
Lady's bangle bracelet with ruby four loop infinity pattern. Multi pave diamond background set in yellow gold consisting of: Diamonds are approximately 5 cttw. Clarity grade is VS1...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Bulgari 33.86 ct Ruby & Diamond Bracelet in 18K Gold – Signed Estate
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
Carat Weight: Ruby 33.86 carats Certifications: SSEF Size: 15.5 cm Creator: Bulgari Metal: 18k yellow gold Weight: 113.30 grams Period: 1993 Condition: Used - Previously owned, light...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Edwardian Style Ruby & Diamond Bangle
Located in ADELAIDE, SA
An Edwardian style hinged bangle crafted in yellow gold, featuring natural rubies and early double and triple old cut diamonds set in an intricate bead settings with fine gallery wor...
Diamond, Ruby, 15k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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NWT $19, 200 18KT Gold Rare Gorgeous Fancy Ruby Diamond Bangle Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
The Following Item we are offering is this Beautiful Rare Important 18KT Gold Sparkling Fancy Ruby Diamond Cuff Bangle Bracelet. Bangle FEATURES Magnificent Rare Gorgeous Fancy Large...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
Price Upon Request
French Ruby Diamond Gold Bangle Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
An exquisite ruby and diamond bangle with a central rectangular arched plaque set with four rows of oval-shaped rubies, framed by baguette-cut diamonds, flanked by brilliant and old ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Art Deco Inspired 6.68 Carat Ruby and Diamond Bangle Bracelet in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco Inspired 6.68 Carat Ruby and Diamond Bangle Bracelet in 18K Yellow Gold Ruby Weight: 6.68 carats Diamond Weight: 0.88 carats total (0.50 round brilliant, 0.38 baguette)** ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
9K Gold Ruby Diamond Bangle, GIA
Located in New York, NY
This ruby diamond gold bangle consists of 16 round-cut diamonds and 9 oval-cut rubies. Diamond approx. 0.08ct in total and ruby approx. 4.09ct in total. Diamond: 0.08ct Ruby: 4.09ct...
Diamond, Ruby, 9k Gold
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Vintage 7.55 Carat Ruby Diamond Open Cuff Bangle Bracelet in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Introducing the stunning Ruby Diamond Steel Bracelet, now available in an open cuff design for added comfort and versatility. Crafted from high-quality 18 Karat Yellow Gold, this bea...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Steel
Princess Ruby & Diamond Bangle in 18K Gold
By Zenith Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
Elegant 18K rose gold bangle featuring a sleek row of channel set, fine-quality princess-cut rubies all around. Complemented on both sides by a delicate line of diamonds, blending ti...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Natural Ruby & Diamonds Bangle in 18k Gold
Located in jaipur, IN
You don't have to pay any tax to release the shipment. We pay tax and shipping expenses. This is a beautiful bangle made up of 18K Gold, high-quality diamonds, and rubies. This is p...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Bulgari Monete Ancient Roman Coin Braided Necklace
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
A classic Bulgari Monete piece featuring an ancient bronze Roman coin inscribed ‘Rome Constantinus I Aug. A.D. 307-337’ suspended from a two-color 18 karat gold braided necklace. Int...
18k Gold
Jewelry historian Vanessa Cron combed 1stDibs and selected some dazzling pieces with timeless appeal.
From Elizabeth Taylor to Zendaya, the Serpenti has been the accessory of choice for generations of it girls.
