Black Diamond Engagement Ring — IMPERATRIX Setting, 18k Yellow Gold

An empire of one.

Imperatrix is Latin for Empress — the feminine form of Emperor, the one who ruled in her own name. This ring is built for that kind of woman: a 1-carat ethical black diamond held in a bold four-prong setting, ringed by 14 black diamonds and punctuated with two treated red diamonds that burn like small fires at the shoulders. Solid 18k yellow gold throughout.

The black diamond doesn't sparkle — it smolders. Dense, opaque, and utterly sure of itself, it's a stone for someone who'd rather be interesting than agreeable. The red accents are the rebellion: a flash of color, a wink, a warning. The yellow gold warms the whole thing into something that feels ancient and modern at once.

Call it the Wolf Queen ring. Regal, unapologetic, one of a kind.

Every stone is natural, ethically sourced, and conflict-free. The 18k gold is solid and recycled where possible. The setting is built using old world techniques by hand — the same methods that have defined fine jewelry for centuries.

Made in New York. One piece, one wearer, one story.

Please note The ring pictured is an example of our IMPERATRIX setting. Because every Vena Amoris piece is made to order by hand, your ring will be crafted individually — with its own one-of-a-kind black diamond, sourced specifically for you. Slight variations in the stone's character and surface are part of what makes each piece entirely yours.

The details

• Metal: Solid 18k yellow gold
• Center stone: 1-carat ethical black diamond
• Accent stones: 14 × 1mm natural black diamonds, 2 × 1.3mm treated red diamonds
• Band width: 2mm
  

Make it yours Every Vena Amoris piece begins as a conversation. If you'd like this design in a different size, metal, or stone — or something entirely your own — email us. There are no traditions when it comes to love.