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by Charlotte Wannebroucq · CNE Accredited Gemmologist

BULGARI VIA CONDOTTI IN ROME

Bvlgari is the epitome of Italian excellence with an irresistible sense of glamour, La Dolce Vita.
Charlotte Wannebroucq, CNE-certified expert gemmologist
Founder and Editor-in-Chief
Updated on September 15
Updated on 15 September 2023
Bulgaria
BVLGARI VIA CONDOTTI
Esprit Joaillerie in front of the legendary address of Bvlgari 10 via Condotti in Rome © Esprit Joaillerie
Esprit Joaillerie in front of the legendary address of Bvlgari 10 via Condotti in Rome © Esprit Joaillerie

Esprit Joaillerie had the privilege of visiting a mythical place in the Italian capital, the boutique Bulgaria of
10 Via dei Condotti in Rome. It must be said that this is a pure moment of Italian sweetness that I am pleased to share with you.

Interior of Bvlgari via Condotti Esprit Joaillerie in the salons of the famous Bvlgari house on 10 via Condotti in Rome © Esprit Joaillerie
Esprit Joaillerie in the salons of the famous Bvlgari house on 10 via Condotti in Rome © Esprit Joaillerie

First, in 1884, in Rome, a talented Greek goldsmith, Sotirio Bulgari, founded what would become the mythical brand. Bulgaria.

Sotirio Bulgari, founder of the Bulgari jewelry brand
Photo by Sotirio Bulgari © Esprit Joaillerie

Because the magnificent jewelry creations form a unique style. Moreover, they are characterized by spectacular color combinations. In fact, it is fantastic cabochons and generous volumes that enhance the gems.

Bulgari necklace with cabochons of sapphires and rubies
Necklace Cabochons Sapphires, Rubies, Diamonds.
Bvlgari Heritage
© Esprit Joaillerie

Bulgari, It is Italian excellence with an irresistible glamour spirit, La Dolce Vita. Thus, Monica Vitti, Claudia Cardinale and of course Elisabeth Taylor succumbed to this house. In such a way that they brought that ultra feminine touch that is inseparable.

Elisabeth Taylor wearing the jewelry of jeweler Bvlgari.
Around 1960
© Bvlgari

It should be noted that a small, isolated door allowed the discreet arrival of stars from the world of cinema, music, or politics to see the creations. Bulgari.

Esprit Joaillerie in the Bulgari showrooms via Condotti in Rome
Esprit Joaillerie in the salons of the Bvlgari 10 via Condotti in Rome © Esprit Joaillerie

Then, in the 1980s, the grandsons of Sotirio, Paolo and Nicolas Bulgari, were appointed president and vice-president of the company. Bvlgari.
Finally, in 2010, LVMH acquired the house. Bulgaria and develops the brand based on its incredible history.

Bulgari jewelry via Condotti in Rome
Bulgari jewelry via Condotti in Rome © Esprit Joaillerie

It’s impossible to resist iconic models like Monete, Serpenti and the Trombino ring.

Bulgarian Collier Monete
Bulgari Monete © Esprit Joaillerie necklace
Serpenti diamond and emerald necklace
Esprit Joaillerie is discovering the Serpenti necklace with diamonds and emeralds. Bulgari via Condotti in Rome © Esprit Joaillerie
Beautiful Bulgari Grenat spessartite sugar loaf ring, diamonds, mother-of-pearl, gold © Esprit Joaillerie

This emblematic address preserves other wonders in its heritage gallery, accessible only to the privileged few.
It’s a unique treasure that continues to be enriched with new stories to tell. Because the archives of Bvlgari record and recount the evolution of the House’s style over more than 130 years.
Thus, through unique creations, stars of the world's largest exhibitions, events, and red carpets.
It should be noted that for more than 20 years, the search for new pieces, for sale or for loan, has continued at a pace of encounters, memories, and previously unknown documents that are being unearthed.

View of the Bulgari heritage salon via condotti
View of the Bvlgari heritage salons via Condotti in Rome © Esprit Joaillerie
Bulgari collection heritage diamond brooch
Diamond brooch, platinum.
Bvlgari Heritage Collection
© Esprit Joaillerie
Bulgari ruby and diamond necklace, heritage collection
Ruby necklace, diamonds, platinum. Circa 1955.
Bvlgari Heritage Collection.
© Esprit Joaillerie
Serpenti bracelet from Bulgari, heritage collection
Bvlgari Heritage Collection / Serpenti
© Esprit Joaillerie
Vintage 1977 Bulgari necklace
Necklace of Coral, Onyx, Mother of Pearl, Diamonds, Gold. 1977.
Bvlgari Heritage Collection
© Esprit Joaillerie
Bulgari sapphires necklace
Yellow Sapphire Necklace, Sapphires, Pearls, Diamonds. 1988.
Private Collection.
© Esprit Joaillerie

To conclude, if you go to Rome, don't miss the 10 via Condotti.

My thanks for this unique visit to House Bvlgari, Especially Julia.
My warm thanks to Paolo for the fascinating private tour and its full of anecdotes.

Bulgari
Via Dei Condotti 10
Roma 00187

Bvlgari.com

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Charlotte Wannebroucq, CNE-certified expert gemmologist
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Charlotte Wannebroucq

Gemmologist expert, member of the CNE-Art, and expert in signed jewelry. Twenty-five years of experience at the heart of Parisian jewelry, between the Carré Rive Gauche and Place Vendôme.
She signs the decryptions of collections, the analyses of stones and the estimates published in Esprit Joaillerie. Each piece commented on is examined in person, in the workshop, in the sales room or in the showroom.
  • Expertise

    Gemmology and signed jewellery

  • Member

    CNE-Art

  • Experience

    Over 25 years in Parisian jewellery