Endless Full Circle Ruby Ring

Phew! 40 years! For starters, I think you should congratulate yourself on getting so far with your marriage – they really are not easy … but they certainly are worth it. The traditional gift for 40th wedding anniversaries is the ruby – you can tell your marriage is starting to become valuable when it is measured in rubies . We have a look at some of the most romantic and thoughtful ruby gifts, as well as some perfect alternatives for those on a budget, that still capture the spirit of the rosy colored gem.

Oval Ruby Earrings

Red Ruby Drop Earrings

Pandora Ruby Bloom Huggie Earrings

Pandora Rose Quartz and Garnet Flower Earrings

8mm Heart Garnet Pendant

Pandora Red Pearl Flower Earrings

The full circle ring at the beginning of the article is an eternity design, especially suitable for a wedding anniversary … in fact, it was most likely designed especially for the occasion you are just about to celebrate! It contains 35 natural rubies, with a combined gemstone weight of 2.10 carats, set in 18ct white gold. The band is a slender but comfortable 3.2mm. You’ll need to be aware that some ring sizes may need to be manufactured, and if your wife has larger than average fingers the pricing may be affected. You can check out the ring in 360 degree G-View on the site – a great before purchase feature!

If you are looking for something a little more affordable but no less genuine, the ruby earrings at right feature natural gemstones, oval cut to 4mm x 3.5mm. The stones have a combined gemstone weight of .7ct, and they are set in 18ct white gold for luxury and durability. They are made for pierced ears, and the close fitting design of them means that she need never take them out if she doesn’t want to! They are comfortable enough to wear to bed, and durable enough to withstand a little soap in the shower. They also feature free shipping.

A great way to maintain tradition, without breaking the bank, is to go for synthetic rubies rather than natural ones. No less beautiful, and with only slight coloration differences, the synthetic rubies like the ones in these gorgeous drop earrings still have a sweet heartfelt glow about them. The colored stones on top are crystals, with everything set on sterling silver. These are made for evening wear … so why not give her an excuse to wear them as the other half of the gift?!

Pandora does a great job of classical style jewelry that has a joy, and also a momentous feeling about it. That is pretty much what your actual anniversary day will feel like, also! The ruby bloom huggie bubble earrings at right are a great example of Pandora’s style. The small natural rubies are set in 18ct gold, and while the earring have a huggie style attachment, they do hang a bit lower (and therefore are easier to show off ). The earrings are part of a set with a matching slimline, bubble design bloom ring, and a ruby bloom dangle charm for Pandora style bracelets.

However, anniversaries are about love, not about money. Why not capture the classicism of rubies in a much more budget friendly form? Garnets are almost the exact same color as the most expensive sort of rubies … so the both of you can always pretend, if you want . The Pandora garnet flower and rose quartz earrings at right are very popular with our anniversary and romantic gift customers – they are designed for pierced ears, but dainty enough to be suitable for everyday wear. There is a matching necklace in exactly the same style, and with just as reasonable a price tag.

Garnets are such a beautiful, deep red color – and the larger the stone, the more striking the effect. The 8mm heart garnet pendant at right really catches the eye – it features an 8mm, or 1.97ct gemstone, prong set for maximum impact. The base metal is 9ct white gold, which is suitable for all skin types – our white gold does not contain any of the nickel alloys that sometimes cause skin reactions.

And if you, or your wife, are creatively inclined, you’ll certainly enjoy this little deviation from rubies as a 40th anniversary gift! The Pandora red pearl earrings at right have the same color as rubies, but with a completely different shimmer and look. The 10mm long red pearls are set on 14ct yellow gold, with a flower design that blooms like your marriage has, into a fully blossomed beauty.

There are plenty of ways to celebrate your 40th anniversary with jewelry, ranging from the traditional, to the individual, and the luxury to the budget friendly. Check out the rest of our 40th wedding anniversary suggestions here, or the rest of our ruby jewelry pieces. If you have any questions, just click the Live Help link to the right of screen and we’ll be along to help you.