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Serpenti Tubogas Ring
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Materials: 18K rose gold with pavé diamonds and emerald eyes
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The Serpenti Tubogas Ring coils around the finger like a miniature golden serpent, combining Bulgari's iconic animal motif with their proprietary Tubogas flexible construction. The pavé diamond head and emerald eyes bring the serpent to life with exceptional detail. At $3,350, it offers a more accessible entry into the Serpenti universe than the bracelet while delivering the same bold Italian craftsmanship.
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What Customers Say
Based on 2,780 mentions across social media and review platforms
The Serpenti Tubogas ring is praised for its lifelike serpent design and comfortable flexible fit. Social media users love the emerald eyes and diamond head detail, with many describing it as the most unique ring in their collection. Frequently recommended as the best Serpenti piece for the price.
"The Serpenti Tubogas ring wraps around my finger like a real tiny snake. The emerald eyes are mesmerizing and the diamond head has incredible detail. The flexible construction means it actually adjusts to your finger — so clever."
Reddit r/jewelry
"This ring is a masterpiece of miniature sculpture. The serpent's expression is lifelike, the diamond scales are perfectly set, and the Tubogas body is genuinely flexible. It's the most commented-on piece of jewelry I've ever owned."
Trustpilot
"Incredible design but wearing a snake ring isn't for everyone. The raised head catches on things occasionally, and some people are genuinely uncomfortable with the serpent imagery. It's a love-it-or-hate-it piece."
Reddit r/femalefashionadvice
"Beautifully crafted with great attention to detail. The flexible Tubogas construction is impressive engineering. Comfortable despite the sculptural design. More of a special occasion ring than an everyday wear."
Google Reviews
"My Serpenti ring makes me feel like Cleopatra! The emerald eyes catch light in the most captivating way. It's bold, it's Italian, it's Bulgari at its finest. I wear it when I want to feel powerful."
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Pros & Cons
Strengths
- + Lifelike serpent design with extraordinary miniature detail
- + Flexible Tubogas construction provides comfortable, adjustable fit
- + Pavé diamonds and emerald eyes create vivid character
- + More accessible Serpenti entry than the bracelet
- + Unique conversation piece unlike any other luxury ring
Trade-offs
- − Serpent motif is polarizing and not suitable for all occasions
- − Raised head can catch on fabrics and gloves
- − Bold design limits pairing with other statement rings
- − Snake imagery may make some wearers or viewers uncomfortable
Specifications
| Metal | 18K rose gold |
| Head | Pavé diamond serpent head with emerald cabochon eyes |
| Body | Tubogas flexible construction |
| Total Diamond Weight | Approximately 0.20 carats |
| Emeralds | 2 cabochon-cut stones |
| Width | 6mm (body), 10mm (head) |
| Construction | Flexible coil (adjustable fit) |
| Hallmarks | Bulgari, 750, serial number |
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Full Review
The Serpent in Miniature
The Serpenti Tubogas Ring distills the drama of Bulgari’s most famous motif into a piece that wraps around a single finger with all the sinuous energy of its bracelet counterpart. The serpent’s head, rendered in pavé diamonds with emerald cabochon eyes, rises from the coil with lifelike expression — alert, poised, and faintly hypnotic. The Tubogas body flexes naturally, allowing the serpent to find its own resting position on the finger, creating the uncanny impression of a living creature choosing to rest on your hand.
Tubogas Engineering
The Tubogas technique is central to this ring’s success. Rather than being cast as a rigid piece, the serpent’s body is constructed from interwoven strips of gold that create a flexible, spring-like structure. This engineering allows the ring to accommodate slight changes in finger size throughout the day, adjust to different finger shapes, and create the natural coiling movement that makes the serpent motif convincing. The technique, perfected by Bulgari artisans over decades, requires specialized skills that few workshops outside the maison possess.
Gemstone Details
Despite its modest overall size, the ring’s gemstone work is remarkably detailed. The pavé diamonds on the serpent’s head are set with precision that matches larger Bulgari pieces, each stone individually placed to create the illusion of scales. The emerald cabochon eyes are the emotional center of the design — their smooth, unfaceted surface and deep green color create an almost mystic focal point that draws the eye and animates the serpent’s expression.
The Accessible Serpenti
At $3,350, the Tubogas ring offers the most accessible entry into Bulgari’s Serpenti universe. For those who dream of the Serpenti Viper bracelet at $8,400 but aren’t ready for that investment, the ring delivers the same design DNA, craftsmanship quality, and dramatic impact in a more compact and affordable format. Many Bulgari collectors begin with the Serpenti ring and later add the bracelet, necklace, or earrings to build a coordinated serpent collection.
