Unleash your inner goddess with this modern twist on the classic 4-prong solitaire. This stunning engagement ring features a captivating 1-carat ethical black diamond, surrounded by 14 black diamonds and two treated red accent diamonds. An exquisite piece designed to elevate your love story with unique and modern alternative elegance.

Named for Freya, the Norse Goddess of Love, Beauty, and Fertility, this ring embodies the divine feminine in all her radiance—passionate lover, devoted partner, and sovereign being who chooses commitment from a place of wholeness rather than need. Freya, one of the most revered deities in Norse mythology, presided over love, beauty, fertility, war, and death. She wore the legendary Brísingamen necklace, commanded powerful seiðr magic, and was so luminous that her tears turned to gold wherever they fell.

Freya teaches us that true love emanates from those who are complete within themselves—that the most profound partnerships unite two whole souls who enhance rather than complete each other. She represents the sacred balance of strength and tenderness, independence and intimacy, fierce protection and openhearted devotion.

This ring is crafted for those who understand that commitment is not surrender but sacred choice, not loss of self but expansion of possibility when two sovereign beings decide to walk through life together.

Black Diamond: The Stone of Unshakeable Strength

At the heart of this masterpiece sits a full 1-carat round black diamond—a gemstone that defies convention with its mysterious depth and cosmic origins. Known as the "Stone of Inner Power," black diamonds symbolize unwavering resolve, grounding energy, and the courage to honor authentic love over societal expectation.

Unlike traditional white diamonds valued for their clarity and transparency, black diamonds embrace opacity and depth. They absorb light rather than reflect it conventionally, creating a mesmerizing presence that speaks to the hidden complexities within every soul—the shadows integrated, the wounds transformed into wisdom, the darkness alchemized into strength.

Black diamonds are believed to be fragments of meteorites or ancient stars, carrying cosmic wisdom and protective energy from beyond our world. In Indian culture, they were considered talismans that could neutralize poison and shield against negative forces. Warriors wore them for invincibility; mystics for spiritual grounding and psychic protection.

The 1-carat size ensures this ring commands presence and respect—substantial enough to be a statement piece, meaningful enough to carry the weight of lifelong commitment.

Black Diamond Guard: 14 Sentinels of Devotion

Surrounding the center stone in the IMPERATRIX setting are fourteen black diamonds (1mm each), creating a protective constellation around the heart of the ring. These stones amplify the central diamond's power while symbolizing the protective boundaries that healthy love requires—the ability to honor both connection and individual sovereignty, intimacy and independence, together and alone.

The number fourteen holds significance: representing balance (two sets of seven), the lunar cycle (fourteen days from new moon to full), and in Norse cosmology, the completion of sacred journeys and transformative cycles.

Red Accent Diamonds: Passion's Eternal Flame

Crowning the design are two treated red accent diamonds (1.3mm)—rare gems representing the passionate fire that sustains love beyond the honeymoon phase, the life force energy that flows between committed partners, and the blood oath of devotion freely given.

Red diamonds, even treated ones, are among the rarest gemstones on earth. Natural red diamonds can cost millions per carat; these treated versions offer the symbolic power and visual drama at accessible pricing. Their crimson fire catches light like ember sparks—a reminder that true love is a living flame requiring constant tending, fierce protection, and the courage to burn brightly together.

Symbolism & Sacred Meaning:

This ring embodies Freya's essence: the goddess who chose her lovers freely, who wept golden tears for her beloved, who understood that true devotion flows from fullness rather than emptiness. The IMPERATRIX (Empress) setting speaks to sovereignty—love chosen by those who rule their own hearts, commitment made by those who bow to no one yet choose to honor another as equal.

The 2mm band provides substantial foundation without overwhelming delicacy—strong enough to support lifelong promises, refined enough for everyday elegance. The classic 4-prong solitaire setting, reimagined with black diamonds and red accents, honors tradition while declaring independence from convention.

Historical and Occult Symbolism:

Throughout Norse mythology, Freya was associated with seiðr—powerful magic involving fate, prophecy, and transformation. She owned a cloak of falcon feathers allowing her to fly between worlds, commanded the Valkyries, and received half of those who died in battle to her hall Fólkvangr. Her chariot was drawn by cats, sacred animals representing independence, mystery, and the ability to walk between seen and unseen realms.

Freya's tears of gold represent the alchemy of love: how devotion transforms ordinary moments into precious treasures, how commitment transmutes challenges into growth, how two souls can create something more valuable together than either possessed alone.

The black diamond, combined with Freya's symbolism, speaks to relationships that honor both shadow and light—partners who see each other fully, embrace complexity, and choose love with eyes wide open to both beauty and imperfection.

Choose Your Sacred Metal:

Rose Gold: Warm and radiant, rose gold paired with black diamonds creates striking contrast—tender strength meeting fierce beauty. Its copper content grounds celestial energy into compassionate action, perfect for those who lead with both courage and heart.

Yellow Gold: Classic and luminous, yellow gold represents vitality, prosperity, and enduring tradition. This pairing honors ancient wisdom (Freya's golden tears) while creating a regal, timeless aesthetic that never goes out of style.

Gray Gold (Palladium Blend): Cool and contemporary, this rare palladium-white gold blend creates modern sophistication. The cool metal intensifies the black diamonds' mysterious depth while providing dramatic contrast with the red accents—perfect for those who walk between ancient wisdom and modern vision.

Versatile and Unique

Wear this ring as a bold engagement statement that announces your refusal to settle for ordinary, or incorporate it into a stacking collection where each band tells a chapter of your story. The 2mm width provides comfortable everyday wear while the 1-carat center stone ensures this ring commands attention. Perfect for those who appreciate classic design reimagined, alternative aesthetics with timeless appeal, and commitment that celebrates rather than constrains.

Key Features:

• Handcrafted Excellence: Meticulously handcrafted in our New York studio with museum-quality precision
• Substantial Center Stone: 1-carat round ethical black diamond for maximum presence
• IMPERATRIX Setting: Regal 4-prong solitaire design with sophisticated presence
• 14 Sentinel Diamonds: Black diamond accents creating protective constellation
• 2 Red Accent Diamonds: Rare treated red diamonds symbolizing passion and devotion
• 17 Total Diamonds: Center stone plus 16 accent stones
• Durable Band: 2mm width for comfortable, substantial everyday wear
• Symbolic Significance: Named for Freya, Norse goddess of love, beauty, and sovereignty
• Three Sacred Metals: Choose rose, yellow, or gray gold to align with your aesthetic
• Perfect for: Alternative brides, those seeking modern elegance, lovers of black diamonds, unique engagement rings, statement pieces

Details:

• Material: Solid 18K gold (Rose, Yellow, or Gray Gold palladium blend)
• Band Width: 2mm
• Center Stone: 1-carat round ethical black diamond
• Accent Stones: 14 black diamonds (1mm each) + 2 treated red diamonds (1.3mm each)
• Total Diamonds: 17
• Setting Style: 4-prong solitaire with accent stones
• Origin: Handmade in New York
• Current Size: 6.25 (custom sizing available)
• Production: Made to order, 4-6 weeks for delivery

Please specify at checkout:

1. Gold preference (Rose, Yellow, or Gray)
2. Ring size

Elevate your love story with a unique piece that honors Freya's timeless wisdom: love chosen from fullness, commitment made from strength, devotion given freely by those who belong first to themselves.

For the souls who understand that the deepest love flows between two complete beings, that true partnership enhances rather than completes, and that the most sacred commitments are made by those who choose with sovereign hearts.