Maharani Sita Devi: The Queen of Maximalist Jewelry

Maharani Sita Devi of Baroda was a super rich queen who loved fancy jewelry.

She had tons of it and lived a very glamorous life.

She had a favorite jeweler named Van Cleef & Arpels, who helped her make unique pieces, including the Hindu necklace with huge emeralds.

She liked to change her jewelry around, and one famous necklace, the Baroda Pearl necklace, was even redesigned.

Some of her most prized jewels, like the Star of the South diamond, were incredibly valuable.

Sita Devi is still remembered for her love of beautiful and expensive things.