Ruby wedding anniversary gifts (40 years)

By the Great Gifts team · Updated 5 October 2026

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A bed of deep red roses

Forty years of marriage is celebrated with ruby — a deep red stone long associated with love and passion. Ruby anniversaries are often a family affair, with children (and grandchildren) clubbing together for something special.

A star certificate, “Tom and Kate”, framed on a table between two glasses of red wine
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A star for forty years together

Name a real star. A heartfelt gift they’ll cherish forever. Our sister company, The Star Naming Co., dedicates a real catalogued star to the couple, with a certificate for the mantelpiece, a sky chart and a live viewer the grandchildren can use to find it. It’s symbolic rather than official, and a lovely gift from the whole family.

£9.99 delivered in minutes, or £19.99 as a printed Gift Pack posted free in the UK.

See anniversary stars

Ruby and red keepsakes

Ruby jewellery

A ruby pendant, ring or cufflinks — or garnet, a more affordable deep-red alternative.

Ruby jewellery on Etsy · Ruby anniversary gifts on Not On The High Street

A ruby-red rose bush

A red rose for the garden that will flower every year — there are varieties with “ruby” in the name, which makes a lovely touch.

Rose bushes on Amazon

Ruby glassware or a bottle of ruby port

A pair of ruby-red crystal glasses and a bottle to share — a gift for the evening of the celebration.

From the family

Family tree prints on Etsy · Photo albums on Amazon

Experiences

Afternoon tea at a grand hotel, a theatre break, a river cruise or a luxury overnight stay.

Red Letter Days · Virgin Experience Days

See every year’s theme in our anniversary gifts by year guide.

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