Bvlgari
Bulgari, or styled as “BVLGARI” – with the Roman “V” - by the house, is a maison that’s true to its native Italy in its bold jewellery designs and opulent colours. Founded in 1884 in Rome by Greek silversmith Sotirio Bulgari, the house segued into fine jewellery in the 20’s, under the auspices of Sotirio’s sons Giorgio and Constantino
Background story
About the Vintage House
The Serpenti collection is another beguiling signature of the house, first introduced in the 40’s. This motif, Bvlgari says, is an “embodiment of its hallmarks,” capturing the maison’s “love for colour, juxtaposing materials, unmistakable wearability, and state-of-the art goldsmith techniques”
How we curate
Vintage houses
While creating sustainable jewellery for a greener future is vital to our vision, we’re also passionate about repurposing the exquisite pieces already available to us. That’s where The Vintage Collection comes in, combining a contemporary desire for rarity with the classic luxury of an age gone by
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STORY
- Every piece of jewellery in the vintage collection has a story to tell, passed down through generations before arriving on your doorstep – ready for a brand new chapter
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AUTHENTICITY
- Through a rigorous process of authentication carried out by our knowledgeable team and advisors, each piece is fully certified and approved by Auverture’s Stamp of Truth
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EXCLUSIVITY
- Our in-house experts are dedicated to sourcing only the most exclusive vintage fine jewellery from across the globe, working with specialist partners to discover only the best
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SUSTAINABILITY
- By repurposing pieces from the past and curating them for the contemporary world, we can minimise production and honour the power of vintage versatility
The story behind the brand
From the 50’s onwards, Bvlgari began to establish its uniquely audacious style, fusing yellow gold with precious and coloured stones to captivating effect. The maison also championed smooth cabochon stones, intended to evoke the texture of Roman architecture. The city’s rich heritage is also infused into Bulgari’s fine jewellery in Monete, a collection introduced in 1966 that spotlights antique coin motifs, and the Parentesi collection, introduced in the 80’s, which features geometric details inspired by Rome’s intricate pavements