La Cubaine

Bold curb links give La Cubaine its name; the LeeGold signature brings the story to Korea. Rounded, diagonally detailed links catch the light across 37.66g of solid 18ct yellow gold.

At 55cm long and approximately 6mm wide, the chain has a substantial presence and a fluid drape.

Heritage & provenance

LeeGold traces its roots to Shinsidang, founded by Lee Jae-ho in Korea in 1963. A specialist chain factory followed in 1985 under the name Kum Mi Chain. The Wolgok Jewellery Foundation describes production combining machinery with manual finishing.

The clasp carries the LeeGold name. These dates belong to the maker’s history; the manufacture date of this individual necklace has not been established.

Explore LeeGold · Read the chain-making history (Korean).

Craft & condition

Before our purchase, the supplying jeweller cleaned and inspected the chain, confirming solid links, no indication of previous repairs and no known clasp issues. Surface marks from prior wear remain visible.

Details

• Metal: 18ct yellow gold
• Hallmark: 750, as recorded by the supplying jeweller
• Weight: 37.66g
• Length: 55cm
• Width: Approximately 6mm
• Construction: Solid links
• Style: Curb chain with diagonal detailing
• Signature: LeeGold on the clasp
• Condition: Pre-owned
• Date: Undetermined
• Availability: One piece

Measurements are approximate. The gallery uses photographs of this physical necklace, with presentation and lighting refined for the catalogue.