Collecting guide: Bulgari jewellery

An introduction to the Roman jewellery house, including exalted designs such as the ‘Trombino’ ring, the ‘Giardinetto’ brooch and the ‘Serpenti’ bracelet-watch — illustrated with lots offered at Christie’s

Left: Bulgari tourmaline and diamond ‘Serpenti’ bracelet. Modified triangular-shaped rubellite tourmaline, round diamonds, and 18k rose gold. Size/Dimensions: resting inner circumference 15.0 cm (6 in). Estimate: $15,000-20,000. Right: Bulgari rose gold and diamond ‘Serpenti’ wristwatch. Quartz movement, round diamonds, black dial, and 18k rose gold. Size/Dimensions: resting inner circumference 15.2 cm (6 in). Estimate: $40,000-60,000. Both offered in Jewels Online on 11-21 March 2024 at Christie’s online

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