Sovereign Chain

An 18k gold figaro chain set with seven channel-set lab-grown diamonds across the centre links. Heavy enough to feel it. Refined enough to mean it. The Sovereign is the premium men's necklace in the Lamond collection. A solid 18k gold figaro chain — a pattern that alternates three flat round links with one elongated link — with seven 0.20ct lab-grown diamonds channel-set into the elongated links along the front of the chain. **About figaro chains:** Figaro is a classic men's chain style that originated in Italy. The varied link pattern creates visual rhythm that a standard Cuban or box link doesn't have. It's substantial without being aggressive — the kind of chain worn by men who know the difference between quality and volume. **The stones:** Seven Excellent-cut round-brilliant lab-grown diamonds, 1.4ct total, D color, VVS1 clarity. D/VVS1 is the top of the diamond grading scale — colorless and internally flawless to the naked eye and under 10x magnification. Each stone IGI-certified individually. **Why channel setting:** Channel setting means the diamonds are set between two parallel rails of gold, with no prongs visible. The stones sit flush to the chain surface. For a men's chain, this is the structurally ideal setting — nothing to catch, nothing to loosen, and the diamonds become architectural rather than decorative. **The 18k gold:** 75% pure gold — warmer, heavier, and more valuable than 14k. The solid 18k chain alone, excluding the diamonds, weighs approximately 28 grams in 20" length. This is a piece that feels substantial when you put it on, the way quality jewelry should. **Lengths:** 18", 20", 22", 24". The 20" sits at the sternum for most men. The 22" and 24" are for wearing over collared shirts or for taller builds. **Clasp:** Fixed-hook clasp with double safety lock, the most secure closure for a heavy chain. Rated for active daily wear. **At this spec:** A 1.4ct D/VVS1 diamond figaro chain in solid 18k gold retails at $4,500+ in traditional channels. The Lamond price of $1,500 reflects our lab-grown supply and direct-to-consumer model — same stones, same certification, significantly different pricing. **Care:** Solid 18k gold is the most durable metal in the collection. Clean monthly in warm soapy water with a soft brush along the chain. Lifetime professional cleaning available at Lamond. Ships with IGI certifications for all seven stones in a fitted leather presentation case.