Maharaja Bhupinder Singh of Patiala, a prominent Indian royal in the early 20th century, epitomized luxury and extravagance. His most famous possession, the Patiala necklace, was designed by Cartier in 1928 and features nearly 3,000 diamonds, including the 234-carat De Beers yellow diamond. Estimated to be worth around ₹248 crore today, the necklace mysteriously disappeared after India's independence but was partially restored by Cartier. Beyond his jewelry collection, Bhupinder Singh was known for his passion for luxury automobiles, reportedly owning between 27 and 44 Rolls-Royce cars. He was also a pioneer in aviation, being one of the first Indians to own a private aircraft. His contributions to sports included captaining the Indian cricket team and promoting cricket and polo in princely India, establishing Patiala as a hub for elite sports infrastructure. Even today, his legacy endures, blending opulence with a rich historical narrative.