No matter how long you’ve been together, each year spent with your spouse is a blessing, and each anniversary is a cause for celebration. However, now that you have been married for a decade or more, there is an entire collection of wedding anniversary gemstones just waiting to be explored, invested in, and treasured through the years.

Let us guide you through the traditional wedding anniversary gemstones for each decade as we explore the hidden meanings and rich symbolism behind each one.

10 Years: Diamonds

What better way to celebrate a decade of devotion than with that most precious of all wedding anniversary gemstones: diamonds.

Diamonds are the hardest naturally-occurring material on Earth, and have traditionally been used in both engagement rings and wedding jewellery to symbolise the endurance of a lifelong commitment. Instantly recognisable yet surprisingly versatile, these precious stones are just as powerful as a bold centrepiece or within an elegant cluster, but don’t feel as if your new design needs to match the style of your wedding diamonds.

After all, a decade of marriage is a journey of growth, and your anniversary piece should honour your shared tastes at this stage in your lives together.

20 Years: Emerald

Before you know it, two incredible decades have passed, and it’s time to begin your search for an emerald piece to mark this special occasion.

Just as the green hues of trees and plants symbolise renewal and nourishment in the natural world, so too do the vibrant depths of emerald signify love in abundance. Commemorate two decades of such a love with a ring, bracelet, or necklace, adorned with the 20-year-anniversary gemstone, as a lasting testament to your continued commitment.

Is green not really your colour? You’re in luck, because another material that is popularly used to mark two decades of marriage is platinum: a precious metal as strong as your bond. The choice is yours, and whether through the rich symbolism of emerald or the premium polish of platinum, the piece that you select will stand the test of time as a meaningful celebration of your two-decade milestone.

30 Years: Pearl

There is perhaps no better gemstone to signify the patience and resilience of a long-term marriage than the elegant pearl.

Its smooth, iridescent qualities are bought into being over time as a single grain of sand is gradually transformed into a true treasure. This organic process serves as a profound reminder that beauty is born out of patience, and that a happy marriage is constantly smoothing over its rough edges to emerge anew.

Whatever transformation you both have undergone across the last three decades, commemorate the journey that has brought you to this point with matching pearl pieces. With this versatile gem the possibilities truly are endless, so be bold and choose personal pieces to inform your style for the next 30 years.

40 Years: Ruby

What better way to mark 40 years of wedded bliss than with a dazzling gemstone that burns as bright as your love?

Rubies have long represented love, loyalty, and devotion, and this particular wedding anniversary is the perfect opportunity to honour the romantic connection at the core of your union. So, will you treat your spouse to a statement piece, or invest in matching designs for you both to mark this special day? The choice is yours!

One guarantee with rubies of any shape or size is that they will always take centre stage at the heart of a design – be it a ring, bracelet, or necklace. Their intense hues and compelling presence are truly captivating, and are sure to catch your eye and warm your heart every time you wear the piece or see it adorning your beloved spouse.

50 Years: Gold

The traditional gemstone for a golden wedding anniversary is (as you may have guessed) that rarest and most valuable of all precious metals – gold.

Unlike the other wedding anniversary gemstones, this precious metal can be used in a setting, an accent, or sculpted into a custom design without any creative limits. Whilst it offers unparalleled artistic freedom, in terms of its properties, gold mirrors a lasting marriage; malleable enough to transform into unique designs, whilst remaining durable enough to shape and engrave.

Commemorate a love that has been polished and perfected over half a century with a high karat piece that (like your love) will not corrode, rust, or tarnish as the years go on.

60 Years: Diamonds

The iconic mantra of diamonds being forever is perhaps more apt than most realise! But when it comes time to commemorate an entire lifetime spent together, an existing design simply will not do.

You and your spouse deserve a piece of jewellery that is worthy of such a monumental milestone, and the best way to achieve this is with jewellery commission services. From engraving your names and anniversary details into the band, to sourcing a flawless, high-clarity diamond for the centre, these services will honour your love with respect, expertise, and creative flair.

Give a gift as invaluable as their devotion, and as unbreakable as your bond, with a custom diamond piece that, along with stories of your love, will be passed down through your family for generations to come.

Custom Wedding Anniversary Gemstones Designs

Whether you’re celebrating your own anniversary or that of your favorite couple, get ready to fall in love all over again with jewellery commission services from Allen Brown Jewellery.

A go-to-choice for jewellery lovers across the Midlands, their longstanding team understands the significance of every milestone – in fact, they are celebrating a special one of their own very soon, as this July marks 40 years of Allen Brown Jewellery.