Traditional and Modern Anniversary Gift Themes
Anniversaries are more than just dates—they are celebrations of love, commitment, and countless shared moments. Each year of marriage brings its own significance, and choosing the right gift can add a special touch to your celebration. Our guide offers a fresh take on anniversary gift themes, blending traditional charm with modern flair to help you find the perfect present.
From the sentimental elegance of paper for your first anniversary to the timeless allure of diamonds for your golden jubilee, our curated list covers every milestone with both classic and contemporary suggestions. Whether you’re searching for something personal and meaningful or a modern twist on tradition, this guide will inspire you to celebrate your journey in style.
Dive into our list of anniversary themes and discover creative ideas that resonate with the unique bond you share. Let us help you make each anniversary a memorable occasion with gifts that truly reflect your love story.
- 1st Anniversary
- Traditional: Paper
- Modern: Clocks
- Gemstone: Gold Jewelry (no stone specified)
- Alternate Gemstones: Peridot, Pearl
- 2nd Anniversary
- Traditional: Cotton
- Modern: China
- Gemstone: Garnet
- Alternate Gemstones: Rose Quartz
- 3rd Anniversary
- Traditional: Leather
- Modern: Crystal or Glass
- Gemstone: Pearl
- Alternate Gemstones: Moonstone, Crystal, Jade
- 4th Anniversary
- Traditional: Fruit/Flowers
- Modern: Appliances
- Gemstone: Blue Topaz
- Alternate Gemstones: Blue Zircon, Amethyst
- 5th Anniversary
- Traditional: Wood
- Modern: Silverware
- Gemstone: Sapphire
- Alternate Gemstones: Pink Tourmaline, Rose Quartz, Turquoise
- 6th Anniversary
- Traditional: Iron
- Modern: Wood
- Gemstone: Amethyst
- Alternate Gemstones: Garnet, Turquoise
- 7th Anniversary
- Traditional: Wool/Copper
- Modern: Desk Sets
- Gemstone: Onyx
- Alternate Gemstones: Yellow Sapphire, Copper, Lapis Lazuli
- 8th Anniversary
- Traditional: Bronze/Pottery
- Modern: Linens/Lace
- Gemstone: Tourmaline
- Alternate Gemstones: Tanzanite, Bronze, Aventurine
- 9th Anniversary
- Traditional: Willow/Leather
- Modern: Leather
- Gemstone: Lapis Lazuli
- Alternate Gemstones: Tiger Eye, Andalusite
- 10th Anniversary
- Traditional: Tin/Aluminum
- Modern: Diamond Jewelry
- Gemstone: Diamond
- Alternate Gemstones: Crystal, Onyx, Green Tourmaline
- 11th Anniversary
- Traditional: Steel
- Modern: Fashion Jewelry
- Gemstone: Turquoise
- Alternate Gemstones: Hernatite
- 12th Anniversary
- Traditional: Silk/Linen
- Modern: Pearls
- Gemstone: Jade
- Alternate Gemstones: Agate, Pearl, Garnet, Tsavorite
- 13th Anniversary
- Traditional: Lace
- Modern: Textiles/Furs
- Gemstone: Citirine
- Alternate Gemstones: Moonstone, Malachite, Opal
- 14th Anniversary
- Traditional: Ivory
- Modern: Gold Jewelry
- Gemstone: Opal
- Alternate Gemstones: Ivory, Gold, Kunzite, Moss Agate
- 15th Anniversary
- Traditional: Crystal
- Modern: Watches
- Gemstone: Ruby
- Alternate Gemstones: Rhodolite, Blue Sapphire
- 16th Anniversary
- Traditional: Silver Holloware
- Modern: Silver
- Gemstone: Peridot
- Alternate Gemstones: Aquamarine, Golden Topaz
- 17th Anniversary
- Traditional: Furniture
- Modern: Watches
- Gemstone: Carnelian
- Alternate Gemstones: Amethyst, Citrine, Pink Tourmaline
- 18th Anniversary
- Traditional: Porcelain
- Modern: Appliances
- Gemstone: Cat’s Eye
- Alternate Gemstones: Opal, Aquamarine
- 19th Anniversary
- Traditional: Bronze
- Modern: Bronze
- Gemstone:
- Alternate Gemstones: Aquamarine, Topaz, Golden Beryl
- 20th Anniversary
- Traditional: China
- Modern: Platinum
- Gemstone: Emerald Green:White
- Alternate Gemstones: Platinum
- 21st Anniversary
- Traditional: Brass/Nickel
- Modern: Brass/Nickel
- Gemstone: Iolite
- 22nd Anniversary
- Traditional: Copper
- Modern: Copper
- Gemstone: Spinel
- 23rd Anniversary
- Traditional: Silver Plate
- Modern: Silver Plate
- Gemstone: Imperial Topaz
- Alternate Gemstones: Sapphire
- 24th Anniversary
- Traditional: Musical Instruments
- Modern: Musical Instruments
- Gemstone: Tanzanite
- 25th Anniversary
- Traditional: Silver
- Modern: Silver
- Gemstone: Silver (no specific stone)
- 26th Anniversary
- Modern: Art or Pictures
- Gemstone: Jade
- Alternate Gemstone: Peridot
- 27th Anniversary
- Modern: Sculptures
- Gemstone: Jet
- 28th Anniversary
- Modern: Orchids
- Gemstone: Amethyst
- Alternate Gemstones: Orchid Tourmaline
- 29th Anniversary
- Modern: Furniture
- 30th Anniversary
- Traditional: Pearl
- Modern: Diamond
- Gemstone: Pearl
- 31st Anniversary
- Modern: Travel
- 32nd Anniversary
- Modern: Bronze
- 33rd Anniversary
- Modern: Amethyst
- Gemstone: Amethyst
- 34th Anniversary
- Modern: Opal
- Gemstone: Opal
- 35th Anniversary
- Traditional: Coral
- Modern: Jade
- Gemstone: Emerald
- 36th Anniversary
- Modern: Bone China
- 37th Anniversary
- Modern: Alabaster
- 38th Anniversary
- Modern: Beryl
- 39th Anniversary
- Modern: Lace
- 40th Anniversary
- Traditional: Ruby
- Modern: Ruby
- Gemstone: Ruby
- Alternative Gemstone: Garnet
- 41st Anniversary
- Modern: Landscapes
- Gemstone: Topaz
- 42nd Anniversary
- Modern: Improved Real Estate
- Gemstone: Jasper
- 43rd Anniversary
- Modern: Travel
- Gemstone: Opal
- 44th Anniversary
- Modern: Groceries
- Gemstone: Turquoise
- 45th Anniversary
- Traditional: Sapphire
- Modern: Sapphire
- Gemstone: Sapphire
- Alternative Gemstone: Alexandrite
- 46th Anniversary
- Modern: Original Poetry
- Gemstone: Pearl
- 47th Anniversary
- Modern: Books
- Gemstone: Amethyst
- 48th Anniversary
- Modern: Optical Goods
- Gemstone: Feldspar
- 49th Anniversary
- Modern: Luxuries
- Gemstone: Zircon
- 50th Anniversary
- Traditional: Gold
- Modern: Gold
- Gemstone: Gold
- Alternative Gemstone: Imperial Topaz
- 55th Anniversary
- Traditional: Emerald
- Modern: Emerald
- Gemstone: Emerald
- Alternative Gemstone: Alexandrite
- 60th Anniversary
- Traditional: Diamond
- Modern: Diamond
- Gemstone: Diamond
- 65th Anniversary
- Traditional: Blue Sapphire
- Modern: Blue Sapphire
- Gemstone: Blue Sapphire
- 70th Anniversary
- Traditional: Platinum
- Modern: Platinum
- Gemstone: Smoky Quartz
- Alternative Gemstone: Diamond
- 75th Anniversary
- Traditional: Diamond
- Modern: Diamond
- Gemstone: Diamond
Leave a Reply