Bvlgari are a force to be reckoned with on the luxury market, specializing in a range of commodities from jewelry to perfumes to timepieces. Not only that, but the brand even owns hotels and resorts stretching around the globe to fully diversify their portfolio. Though important to mention, let’s forget those fancy trimmings for a moment. The segment that interests us here most is the watches. But to understand and truly appreciate Bvlgari’s history, success, and international renown, we first need to travel back to their founding in the 19th century.