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The Bulgari Bulgari collection turns 40 this year. The original Ancient Roman- coin- inspired charms are still there, but on cool new pieces.

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The Bulgari Bulgari collection turns 40 this year. The original Ancient Roman- coin- inspired charms are still there, but on cool new pieces.

Text Ian Lee
Text Ian Lee

The new bling
So modern are the designs of Bulgari’s latest bracelets and rings that we had to remind ourselves: The brand’s Bulgari Bulgari collection is 40 this year. While these pieces use circular charms and pendants inspired by Ancient Roman coins, the collection started off with watches from a collection named Bulgari Roma in 1975.

Fast forward to 2015, and we can’t think of items that say “happy birthday” better than these from the latest collection: a chunky ceramic band, a charm bracelet with a mix of bright semi-precious stones, and a two-in-one “flip ring” with jade on one side and pave diamonds on the other. From $2,790 for a ring.

1. Bulgari Bulgari pink gold and ceramic ring with diamonds, $2,790.
2. Bulgari Bulgari pink gold ring with diamonds, $4,500.
3. Bulgari Bulgari pink gold necklace with diamonds and jade, $6,670.
4. Bulgari Bulgari pink gold bracelet with mother-of-pearl and onyx, $4,340.