Wedding Anniversary Gifts By Year
Celebrating a special anniversary strengthens relationships and creates forever memories. A gift is a thoughtful way to nourish the bonds of the commitment made. The practice of commemorating anniversaries dates back to medieval Germany but the Romantic in each of us think fondly to the Victorian Era that expanded the gift giving practice. While every year within marriage is worthy of honoring there are specific milestones that are priceless.
So without further ado...
Here is the list of anniversary gifts by year..
Traditional & Modern Anniversary Gift List
After the first year, many couples continue on to celebrate the traditional gift giving up to year 10. From there, many couples will skip to every 5 years. (year 15, 20, 25, 30 and so on). There are also 10-year markers (50 and 60 years) that are held in high esteem. Most people recognize 25 and 50 as the two biggest years with gifts of Silver and Gold respectively. Can you celebrate in between those “special” markers? Absolutely. We have provided a list of the best ideas, or gifts, for each year; each gift becoming more special than the year before.
Forever Anniversary is the shop to find tangible, creative, fun and inspiring gifts for every season of love you are in, they are listed by year under section one. Forever Anniversary has broken down the lists for you that help based on themes and guided by your personality. Look at this first list! Year one begins with PAPER??!! But surprisingly, there are so many possibilities of great gifts made from paper. Click here to find out some amazing gifts under each gift heading. What a great way to celebrate and make a yearly habit of showing your love! ...So what are the anniversary gifts by year?
Let's break it down...
Traditional Gifts by Year
Traditional anniversary gifts bring back memories of life already lived from generation to generation. The joy of heritage comes through Tradition. If you appreciate Tradition, look through this gift list for year 1, or whichever year you are celebrating. Find that perfect someone that perfect gift.
Each Traditional Gift has deep meaning. No one is able to pinpoint where these guides for gifts came from but there is a universal agreement today in starting small and inexpensive and as you peruse each one you can see that the gifts become more expensive. Forever Anniversary believes that a marriage that continues to endure each year deserves recognition.
1st Wedding Anniversary – Paper
A gift from paper might seem too simplistic but the meaning is wonderful. It signifies a starting point. A blank page to be filled in with time. The gift ideas are endless from a handmade card to favorite books or framed picture of your wedding.
2nd Wedding Anniversary – Cotton
Cotton is known for its softness, comfort, durability and breathability. A few gift ideas to show and tell your partner your love through cotton conveys your true feelings. Be sure to include the truths behind your gift. Your partner will be impressed!
3rd Wedding Anniversary – Leather
Leather is known for durability and breathability just like cotton. Leather is also known for its strength under pressure and providing shelter/security. Leather gets better as the years go on offering timeless appeal. Gifts such as a leather journal or wallet are beautiful ways to celebrate your third anniversary.
4th Wedding Anniversary – Fruits or Flowers
This special year offers two choices, both representing a blossoming / flourishing / growing relationship. Fruit says “abundance, fertility or spiritual growth, earthly pleasures. Specific fruits like figs, apples, pomegranates have their own special symbolism. Flowers have Victorian era symbolism to convey love, purity and friendship. Fruits and flowers are enjoyed by everyone.
5th Wedding Anniversary – Woodenware
Wood as an anniversary gift tells your loved one you believe your marriage is growing, strengthening, stable, building a family together. Different types of wood have specific symbolism. Each marriage is growing in different ways – you choose according to your insights.
Oak – Represents strength, endurance, protection and wisdom
Ash – Symbolizes life, strength and closeness to heaven.
Spruce – Is associated with healing, preservation.
Pine – Embodies longevity, endurance and modesty.
Cherry - Stands for love, commitment and abundance
Birch – Represents new beginnings, truth. and giving
Walnut – Says clarity, focus
Juniper – Shows protection, healing and good health
6th Wedding Anniversary – Candy or Iron
These two choices in an anniversary gift will surely delight. Candy represents innocence, reward, celebration. Sweets were for the affluent in Victorian Days but today the choices are endless. The other option for the 6th Anniversary gift is iron – which symbolizes strength in your marriage, power and resilience. Iron is known as the metal of life.
7th Wedding Anniversary – Wool or Copper
These two traditional gifts represent warmth. Seven years of marriage should bring a reflection of the comfort you bring to each other. Wool represents purity and Copper is a conduit for energy. Either gift you choose will show your strong, warm love for your marriage.
8th Wedding Anniversary – Bronze
Your marriage is growing stronger, deeper. Bronze symbolizes this strengthening. Bronze is stronger than Copper and iron. It is made from copper and tin. Copper also represents beauty and has many spiritual symbols such as God’s righteous judgment. The color of bronze is beautiful to the eye evoking feelings of maturity and experience. Many musical instruments are crafted from bronze such as cymbals and bells.
9th Wedding Anniversary – Pottery or Willow
Pottery is a powerful medium to express your culture and identity. It represents the purifying effects of a marriage that endures. The willow tree represents flexibility, strength and adaptability. The willow tree shows emotion and is linked to healing and fertility.
10th Wedding Anniversary – Tin or Aluminum
Year 10 is a significant milestone in every marriage. With 3,650 days under your belt, a gift of tin or aluminum may say a lot. Tin does not rust. It symbolizes durability and prosperity. The philosophical message behind it is unity. Aluminum is lightweight and yet its uses are countless. It is a symbol of progress and innovation. These gifts may not seem like a practical Year 10 symbol but when you express your continued commitment, knowing that your Traditional Marriage can weather any storm, either of these gifts will be loved.
11th Wedding Anniversary – Steel
Steel is a strong metal alloy made from iron and carbon. It symbolizes strength, power, resilience, discipline, integrity, determination, progress. As a strong marriage learns to be resilient, steel withstands wear and tear. Unyielding resolve is a strong adverb for a marriage forged in steel.
12th Wedding Anniversary – Silk or Linens
Your love has grown. Year 12 is rich with the symbols of silk and linens. Silk is associated with wealth and spirituality, luxury, refinement and status. It is highly sought after, a valuable gift. The silkworm, which provides the silk, is a symbol of the cycle of life. Linen is obtained from the flax plant. Its meaning is also associated with wealth and status. It is representative of holiness and purity.
13th Wedding Anniversary – Lace
High quality lace can be very expensive and an allure all on its own. It was associated with extreme wealth. Lacemaking was an art. It continues to have a romantic and feminine flare from innocence to provocative. Lace plays on the senses and shows elegance and beauty.
14th Wedding Anniversary – Ivory
Ivory is a symbol of power, beauty, purity, and wealth. Ivory generally comes from elephant tusks, but can also come from the walrus, hippopotamus, narwhal, sperm whale and the warthog. Ivory is the dense bone tissue that surrounds enamel. Because the International sale of Ivory has been banned, there are other great ideas that represent this traditional gift.
15th Wedding Anniversary – Crystal
Think about the word “reflection”. Does Crystal come to your mind? What a great gift to offer for your 15th Wedding Milestone! Crystal is precious, the gift says, “Let’s reflect on our life together.” Light shines in so many places. We offer many options in traditional crystal.
16th – 19th Wedding Anniversary
You can choose whatever gifts you love. We do not offer suggestions here. Forever Anniversary will help you with the next 5-year incremental milestones.
20th Wedding Anniversary – China
20 years of marriage has produced an enduring strength. China is symbolic of delicate beauty and longevity. China needs careful handling just as care and attention is needed within your relationship. China has many options from porcelain or fine china dinnerware to tea sets and figurines.
25th Wedding Anniversary – Silver
The 25th Anniversary dates back to the Roman times and Silver was the gift because it represents longevity. After 25 years of gifts, a piece of silver will reflect the brilliance, radiance and strength of your marriage.
30th Wedding Anniversary – Pearl
Three decades of marriage, the pearl is a precious symbol of the beauty of your relationship strung together over the years. As the deep-water pearls can take many years to form, and each one more unique than the other, the depths of your love has also grown deeper. The pearl says so much for the 30th Anniversary.
35th Wedding Anniversary – Coral
Coral may seem unusual for your 35th Anniversary but when you consider it symbolizes longevity... Coral also symbolizes strength, beauty and protection. Coral is resilient and takes many years to form. Coral, alive in the ocean, adapts to its environment, much like a couple must adapt and grow together throughout their marriage.
40th Wedding Anniversary – Ruby
When you reach four decades of loving someone, having passion and commitment to that special one in your life, a ruby, with its vibrant red color, emanates emotions of love. A ruby is timeless and enduring. A ruby shows strength and commitment. 40 years of marriage shows strength and commitment.
45th Wedding Anniversary – Sapphire
Sapphires have a deep blue hue and show a timeless elegance. 45 years of marriage is a testament to loyalty, strength and character. This gemstone represents that deep commitment of loyalty and fidelity and enduring love. A sapphire will show off your resilient love story.
50th Wedding Anniversary – Gold
This Wedding Anniversary is known as The Golden Anniversary from history long ago. Gold has always been the traditional gift symbolizing strength, wisdom, and endurance. It symbolizes the rarity of couples reaching 50 years. Giving gold as a gift is time-honoring and deep-rooted.
55th Wedding Anniversary – Emerald
An emerald gemstone is a vibrant green hue, symbolizing enduring growth and love. Your marriage is deep and rooted because of the commitment you made on day one. Emerald’s beautiful green color has been worn and prized for centuries as a symbol of royalty and luxury.
60th Wedding Anniversary – Diamond
Because the diamond is the hardest natural substance, your 60th wedding anniversary must be honored with a diamond. 60 years of marriage shows strength and lasting commitment weathering the many storms of life. The diamond will showcase the sparkle and brilliance of your long life together. A diamond is rare, long love is rare. A diamond has value, committing 60 years together has value – all are precious.
Modern Gifts by Year
Modern anniversary gifts are contemporary. Modern anniversary gifts say, “we are at a new beginning together.” “A new start”. If your disposition bends this direction, you will enjoy our Modern gift selections. Some of our modern gift ideas cross over between traditional and modern but here are enough choices for you to make the best decisions that represent your love life. Modern gifts weren’t “a thing” until compiled in early 2000 and the gifts are chosen by its durability not always by the meaning behind the gift. If you’re looking for a modern gift for your love, check out the ideas from Forever Anniversary.
1st Wedding Anniversary – Clocks
Time. The first anniversary is represented by gifting a clock. It symbolizes the preciousness you feel in sharing time and growing together for the future.
2nd Wedding Anniversary – Chinaware
A young modern marriage celebrating its second anniversary is represented by beautiful modern-day chinaware, strong yet delicate.
3rd Wedding Anniversary – Crystal or Glass
Reflections. The 3rd year anniversary is crystal or glass which represents what your marriage is
strong in – reflecting where you have been and where you want to go. A precious reminder of
reflecting a healthy marriage.
4th Wedding Anniversary – Appliances
Are you settled in your marriage? The 4th anniversary gift under the modern title is Appliances.
An appliance appropriately chosen can show the commitment and stalwart relationship you have.
5th Wedding Anniversary – Silverware
Silverware is a tribute to 5 years of eating meals together. Relationships flourish more when
couples spend as many meals together as possible. This is the time to serve each other, talk over
the day and discuss the future.
6th Wedding Anniversary – Wood Objects
You are learning to adapt and grow with each other. This shows stability and the 6th wedding
anniversary symbol is wooden objects which, from trees, can weather a storm.
7th Wedding Anniversary – Desk Sets
Do you enjoy unusual gifts? The 7th year of a wedding celebration gift is a modern desk set. We
all spend many hours working in front of a computer. This gifting is practical and helpful in
keeping your loved one organized.
8th Wedding Anniversary – Linen or Lace
Linen and lace are beautiful symbols of a beautiful love. As you look back at 8 years of your
marriage, you have walked through so many emotions. Let your love know they are precious.
9th Wedding Anniversary – Leather
Year 9 is a gift made of leather. Your options are boundless. Leather is enduring, strong, and
natural. This is the right gift if you want your love to know how you feel.
10th Wedding Anniversary – Diamond
The diamond will come up a few times as the appropriate gift because of its brilliance,
endurance, reflections and strength. Your loved one will be in awe over a diamond gift.
11th Wedding Anniversary – Fashion Jewelry
A wedding anniversary celebration after 11 years is fashion jewelry which is made from base
metals and simulated stones to be economical and affordable. Fashion jewelry pieces are
personalized pieces such as rings or necklaces with birthstones of children or family.
12th Wedding Anniversary – Pearl
A pearl is a beautiful way to celebrate your 12th wedding anniversary. Pearls are hidden “gems”
that come to life on the one that wears it. Pearls are precious that continue in value throughout
the years just like your marriage.
13th Wedding Anniversary – Textiles or Furs
Textiles made from natural materials or furs can be a fun 13th anniversary gift. Textiles and furs
represent endurance and warmth.
14th Wedding Anniversary – Gold
Gold signifies strength and prosperity, an enduring quality within your relationship. Gold is a
precious metal. Let your 14th year wedding anniversary reflect that preciousness.
15th Wedding Anniversary – Watches
A wristwatch symbolizes a life or love doing well. It shows success, achievement and timeless
devotion.
20th Wedding Anniversary – Platinum
Two decades of marriage is definitely a milestone and one to be honored with platinum.
Platinum can endure through thick and thin and your marriage continues to endure.
25th Wedding Anniversary – Sterling Silver
This is priceless and ageless. Sterling silver does not age. Its value continues from generation to
generation. A sterling silver gift is a beautiful idea for your 25th wedding anniversary.
The remaining years are celebrated with precious modern gems.
30th Wedding Anniversary – Diamond
The first is the diamond. Honor yeaer 30 with the stone that is fit to show beauty, endurance and
light.
35th Wedding Anniversary – Jade
For the 35th wedding anniversary, a jade is a modern gift which symbolizes wisdom and balance.
Truly a marriage enduring for 35 years is filled with wisdom for so many others.
40th Wedding Anniversary – Ruby
This gemstone is fiery-red. What a great symbol for the 40th wedding anniversary! Brilliance,
flame, love and commitment.
45th Wedding Anniversary – Sapphire
The 45th wedding anniversary gift is everything with a sapphire. Sapphires are known as a gift
for royalty. They also represent a long-lasting relationship, wisdom, sincerity and faithfulness.
A sapphire will be cherished.
50th Wedding Anniversary – Gold
The 50th wedding anniversary! This is the golden anniversary! What an important gift of gold!
Celebrate your cherished and honored union with a beautiful piece of gold.
55th Wedding Anniversary – Emerald
The 55th wedding anniversary gift is an emerald. The emerald has a rich green color which
represents growth and a vibrant life well lived together.
60th Wedding Anniversary - Diamond
60 years together! This anniversary pull out all the stops to give a diamond as a symbol of an
unconquerable life together. The diamond is more valuable than all other gems and will be an
enduring piece for the rest of your days together!
Anniversary Colors by Year
Choosing just the right colors for an anniversary gift couldn’t be easier. Using the yearly color
guide, the gifts are endless. Check out the color guide here by year.
1st Wedding Anniversary - Yellow
For the first wedding anniversary color, yellow has been chosen. It is the lightest shade in the
spectrum, so from a physiological standpoint, yellow is elevating and enlightening. It
symbolizes brightness, happiness and hope for the couple for years to come.
2nd Wedding Anniversary – Red or White
Two years into marriage and red for a choice of an anniversary gift shows your sexual attraction
to your spouse, loved one. White is also a great choice for your second year. It shows the
honesty, purity and love that your marriage is grounded on.
3rd Wedding Anniversary – White or Jade Green
Your third year of marriage again brings choices of color. White represents the honesty, purity
and love that your marriage is grounded on. Jade Green is a positive color and will remind you
of the growth you’ve seen over the years.
4th Wedding Anniversary – Blue or Green
Year four has two color choices as an anniversary gift. Blue is calming. It also represents trust,
trustworthiness and duty. Green is the reminder of the growth within your love for each other.
5th Wedding Anniversary – Blue, Pink or Turquoise
Year five is providing more choices. Blue, Pink or Turquoise examples allow you to give a
wedding gift within your personality. Look at the meanings behind the colors and give where
you see the strengths lie. Blue is calming, solid and dependable like your love for your spouse.
Pink shows admiration and happiness in the relationship. Turquoise represents tranquility and
protection. It may be difficult to choose anyone of these meaningful colors. Each one is
beautiful in meaning.
6th Wedding Anniversary – Purple, Turquoise or White
This is year 6 of celebrating anniversaries! There are three amazing choices of colors to look at
for your love. The first color is purple which represents luxury, creativity, wisdom and can
represent a deep, spiritual connection. Turquoise is believed to encourage inner wisdom and
improve wisdom. It represents tranquility and protection. White represents the purity and
honesty in your marriage.
7th Wedding Anniversary – Yellow or Off White
The 7th wedding anniversary is often seen as the turning point in a marriage, finding strength
amongst the trials of life. It is represented by two colors. The yellow color represents a bright
future. Off White can represent the same as White – Purity and honesty but with a softer,
warmer interpretation like purity and innocence.
8th Wedding Anniversary – Tourmaline, Tanzanite or Bronze
The 8th anniversary offers three color choices. The first unique color is tourmaline which comes
in multiple colors, which is known for its beauty and protective virtues. It reflects diversity,
balance and emotional strength. Tanzanite is the second option for the 8 th anniversary.
Tanzanite is a rare and captivating color which symbolizes love, connection and new beginnings.
Bronze as a color theme as a gift symbolizes the strength and durability of your marriage. These
three gift colors represent the difficult choices every marriage walks through. Which one
represents your marriage the most?
9th Wedding Anniversary – Lapis Lazuli, Purple, Green or Terracotta
The 9th anniversary can be as difficult to choose as the 8th one was. The first color, lapis lazuli is a
deep blue hue with golden specks which carries the symbolism of wisdom and truth. The second
choice is purple which represents luxury, creativity, wisdom and can represent a deep, spiritual
connection. The third choice of colors is green. Green is the reminder of the growth within your
love for each other. Terracotta is a new choice to the list of wedding color options. It invokes
warmth, goodness and brings a connection to nature and tradition.
10th Wedding Anniversary – Silver or Blue
The 10th year anniversary is truly one of the big milestones. Choosing silver for your choice of
color will say much to your love. It is a reminder of the durability, strength and beauty that you
see in your marriage. Blue is also a great choice. Blue is calming. It also represents trust,
trustworthiness and duty.
11th Wedding Anniversary – Turquoise or Yellow
Let’s look at 11 beautiful years of marriage and see what colors are recommended. The first
option is Turquoise. Turquoise is said to symbolize love, protection and positive energy. The
second choice is yellow. Yellow is elevating and enlightening. It symbolizes brightness,
happiness and hope for the couple for years to come.
12th Wedding Anniversary – Jade, Opal or Oyster White
The choices of colors for the 12th wedding anniversary are Jade, Opal and Oyster White. Jade
Green is a positive color and will remind you of the growth you’ve seen over the years. Joy,
luck and abundance are symbolized by the beautiful, multicolor opal. Oyster white is a versatile
off-white color with warm undertones. It is chameleon-like and blends into various settings
while adding depth and character symbolizing new beginnings.
13th Wedding Anniversary – Citrine or White
Citrine, a symbol of happiness, optimism and cheerfulness is a beautiful color to offer as the 13th
wedding gift. White, which signifies honesty, purity, and love also vies heavily for this position.
14th Wedding Anniversary – Opal or Ivory
There are two gentle colors represented for the 14th wedding anniversary the opal color and the
ivory color. Joy, luck and abundance are symbolized by the beautiful, multicolor opal. Ivory
traditionally symbolizes purity, commitment and strength.
15th Wedding Anniversary – Ruby Red
Year 15 is another milestone, and the ruby red color stands alone. It symbolizes passion, love
and desire. This beautiful color will spark!
20th Wedding Anniversary – Emerald Green or White
The year 20 is another milestone that stands out. Emerald green and white are both good choices
for colors for such feats. Emerald green symbolizes wealth, luxury and royalty. White
symbolizes purity, honesty and love.
25th Wedding Anniversary – Silver
The 25th anniversary color does not come with colors. Choosing a silver color will say much to
your love. It is a reminder of the durability, strength and beauty that you see in your marriage.
30th Wedding Anniversary – Green
The 30th anniversary color is green. it symbolizes wealth, luxury. and royalty. It also has deeper
meanings of balance and continuing growth.
35th Wedding Anniversary – Coral
The 35th year has a vibrant color blend of pink and orange making coral. This color represents
warmth and optimism. It can bring feelings of comfort and playfulness.
40th Wedding Anniversary – Ruby
40 years together and the ruby red color stands alone in its ability to captivate! It symbolizes
passion, love and desire. This beautiful color will spark!
45th Wedding Anniversary – Sapphire or Red
45th wedding anniversary gift for someone you adore brings choices in color. The sapphire is
commonly known for its vibrant blue hue but it does come in a spectrum of colors, each with its
own unique meaning. The blue sapphire symbolizes truth, the pink sapphire symbolizes love and
generosity, the yellow sapphire symbolizes grace and power and the orange sapphire symbolizes
sensuality. The other optional color is red. Red is associated with sensuality and deep. love.
50th Wedding Anniversary – Gold
You have made it to the 50th wedding anniversary! Gold is the color for this milestone year!
Gold symbolizes high status, wealth and success.
55th Wedding Anniversary – Emerald Green
This wedding anniversary, 55, is represented by the emerald green color, representing
sophistication and elegance.
60th Wedding Anniversary – Diamond
The 60th wedding anniversary stands out and above all other anniversaries. You will notice that
traditional options, modern choices, colors and anniversary stones all point towards the diamond.
A diamond is always the most desirable gift. Diamonds come in different colors and each have
their own meanings such as pink representing love and romance. A yellow diamond represents
happiness and joy. A blue diamond represents trust and loyalty. A green diamond represents
nature and growth. A red diamond signifies passion and courage. A champagne color diamond
symbolizes warmth, and a gray diamond represents sophistication. The white/colorless diamond
represents clarity and purity.
Anniversary Stones by Year
That special year, you know, that one year that just deepened your love, consider an Anniversary
Stone. These stones reflect an enduring life together. Each stone has a meaning behind it. The 4th
Anniversary Stone is a Blue Topaz and represents calmness, truthfulness, whereas the 15th
Anniversary Stone is a Ruby and represents love, passion and energy. Anniversary stones by
year are listed here and is a beautiful way of showing how much you care.
1st Wedding Anniversary – Gold
Year one wedding gift begins with gold. The meaning behind gold represents a lasting
commitment between you and your loved one.
2nd Wedding Anniversary – Garnet
The 2nd year wedding gift is a garnet. The garnet symbolizes love, commitment and friendship.
3rd Wedding Anniversary – Pearl
A pearl, representing the 3rd anniversary, symbolizes new beginnings. It is the beauty and
resiliency found in a long-lasting healthy marriage.
4th Wedding Anniversary – Blue Topaz
The 4th wedding anniversary gift is the blue topaz stone which is stunning. It symbolizes the love
that transcends time and space.
5th Wedding Anniversary – Sapphire
The 5th wedding anniversary is a sapphire. It represents the virtues of unwavering commitment
between couples.
6th Wedding Anniversary – Amethyst
An amethyst is traditionally given for the 6th wedding anniversary because of its rich history and
symbolism. Its beautiful purple color is associated with royalty and clarity.
7th Wedding Anniversary – Onyx
The 7th year wedding anniversary gift is the onyx, particularly the black onyx because of it
symbolizing protection and strength.
8th Wedding Anniversary – Tourmaline
The 8th anniversary year gift is the tourmaline gemstone. It comes in many colors and each
having its own unique meanings. The black tourmaline represents protection. The pink
tourmaline represents love and compassion. The green tourmaline represents courage and
strength. The watermelon tourmaline is linked to reconciliation and compassion. There are
other colors within the tourmaline gemstone. It comes in blue purple, brown and multi-colored.
9th Wedding Anniversary – Lapis Lazuli
The 9th year anniversary gift is the deep blue metamorphic rock, the lapis lazuli. It is considered
a stone of self-discovery.
10th Wedding Anniversary – Diamond
A diamond is always the most desirable gift. Diamonds come in different colors and each have
their own meanings such as pink representing love and romance. A yellow diamond represents
happiness and joy. A blue diamond represents trust and loyalty. A green diamond represents
nature and growth. A red diamond signifies passion and courage. A champagne color diamond
symbolizes warmth, and a gray diamond represents sophistication. The white/colorless diamond
represents clarity and purity.
11th Wedding Anniversary – Turquoise
The 11th wedding anniversary gift is a turquoise gemstone. This vibrant blue-green gemstone
represents protection and healing, good fortune and abundance.
12th Wedding Anniversary – Jade
The 12th wedding anniversary gift is jade. The symbolism of jade is nobility and wealth. It is
often known as the “stone of heaven”. Green is the most common color of jade and the more
vibrant and intense green, the move valuable it is. Jade can also be found in white, black,
lavender, blue, brown, red and yellow.
13th Wedding Anniversary – Citrine
The 13th wedding anniversary gift, the citrine gemstone, is often called the “merchant’s stone”
because it attracts abundance, prosperity and wealth. Citrine’s color is yellow to orange and
even reddish-orange. The intensity and richness of the color impacts the value.
14th Wedding Anniversary – Opal
An opal is a deeply meaningful gift for the 14th wedding anniversary. An opal is often known for
its iridescent play-of-color. It symbolizes hope, purity and truth.
15th Wedding Anniversary – Ruby
The lustrous, deep red stone of the ruby welcomes in the 15th wedding anniversary. It has
garnered special and symbolic meaning such as nobility, purity and passion.
20th Wedding Anniversary – Emerald
The 20th wedding anniversary is showcased by the emerald. The lush green color has captivated
humanity and considered “The Jewel of Kings”. The emerald represents wit, eloquence and
foresight. Many find the emerald stone has a calming effect because of its beautiful color.
25th Wedding Anniversary – Tsavorite or Silver
The 25th year milestone wedding anniversary gift is the tsavorite gemstone. It is a stunning green
of the garnet family and looks similar to an emerald. The tsavorite is more brilliant and durable
recently found in the late 1960s. It is a natural gemstone. It represents prosperity, vitality and
compassion. Silver is also a choice for the 25th anniversary. Silver represents purity and the
ability to reflect one’s true self. Silver is associated with elegance and sophistication.
30th Wedding Anniversary – Pearl
The 30th wedding anniversary gift under gemstones is the pearl. Pearls are known for
commitment and marital bliss. White pearls symbolize purity, innocence and new beginnings.
There are other colors of pearls with special meanings also such as the black pearl. The black
pearl represents strength and mystery. The pink pearl represents femininity. The gold pearl
represents prosperity and success. The blue pearl reflects calmness.
35th Wedding Anniversary – Emerald
The 35th wedding anniversary is showcased by the emerald the same as the 20 th anniversary. The
emerald represents wit, eloquence and foresight. Many find the emerald stone has a calming
effect because of its beautiful color.
40th Wedding Anniversary – Ruby
The lustrous, deep red stone of the ruby welcomes in the 40th wedding anniversary. It has
garnered special and symbolic meaning such as nobility, purity and passion.
45th Wedding Anniversary – Sapphire
The 45th wedding anniversary gift is the sapphire. It represents the virtues of unwavering
commitment between couples.
50th Wedding Anniversary – Gold
The 50th wedding anniversary is another amazing milestone to have reached. Gold makes a
beautiful gift as the 50th is known as the Golden Anniversary. Gold is a precious and enduring
metal and symbolizes strength and endurance.
55th Wedding Anniversary – Alexandrite
The 55th wedding anniversary gemstone was an emerald but the alexandrite is quickly replacing it
because of its beauty and meaning. The alexandrite represents enduring love, adaptability and
the journey the couple has shared. Alexandrite has the ability to change colors from green
during the day to reddish-purple in the evening. The beauty of this stone reflects the strength of
a marriage.
60th Wedding Anniversary - Diamond
The 60th wedding anniversary gemstone stands out and above all other anniversaries. You will
notice that traditional options, modern choices, colors and anniversary stones all point towards
the diamond. A diamond is always the most desirable gift. Diamonds come in different colors
and each have their own meanings such as pink representing love and romance. A yellow
diamond represents happiness and joy. A blue diamond represents trust and loyalty. A green
diamond represents nature and growth. A red diamond signifies passion and courage. A
champagne color diamond symbolizes warmth, and a gray diamond represents sophistication.
The white/colorless diamond represents clarity and purity.
Anniversary Flowers by Year
Anniversary flowers can be practical and an easy gift but be sure you choose the right flower for
the right meaning. Carnations represent the 1st Anniversary. The meaning behind Carnations
signify youthful love and new beginnings. The 3rd Anniversary flower are Sunflowers which
represents the sturdy foundation of your marriage while the bright yellow petals represent the joy
and happiness the other one brings to that foundation. Check out the Anniversary flower guide
below and be sure to remember what the flower represents in your relationship. Your partner
will be impressed.
1st Wedding Anniversary – Carnation
The flower for the 1st wedding anniversary is a carnation. This beautiful yet traditional flower
represents young, passionate love. Carnations come in many different colors that each carry a
specific meaning. Dark red carnations symbolize deep love.
2nd Wedding Anniversary – Cosmos
The cosmos flower represents beauty and peace. The 2nd year of marriage settles into a peaceful
routine after the “honeymoon” of the 1st year. Cosmos are dainty, similar to daisies. They are
resilient and so is your marriage.
3rd Wedding Anniversary – Sunflower
The 3rd wedding anniversary gift is the sunflower because it represents the bright, cheery love
that you share as a couple. It represents adoration, loyalty and strength. The stem on a sunflower
is strong, standing against the storms and holding up the beauty of the flower. Your marriage is
growing strong, well rooted, holding up under the storms.
4th Wedding Anniversary – Geranium
The 4th wedding anniversary flower is the geranium. The geranium symbolizes happiness and
positive emotions.
5th Wedding Anniversary – Daisy
For the 5th wedding anniversary flower, a daisy says quite a bit. Daisies are simple flowers and a
symbol of fidelity and forever love. Daisies bring beauty and happiness to enjoy. Your marriage
can also be one of beauty and happiness to enjoy.
6th Wedding Anniversary – Calla Lily
Calla lilies are known for their long slender stems and leaves. Often used within weddings, the
calla lily is perfect for your 6 th wedding anniversary. Calla lilies are elegant representing love,
purity, faith and holiness.
7th Wedding Anniversary – Freesia
The freesia flower is a popular choice for the 7th wedding anniversary. It represents trust and
friendship. Freesias also represent thoughtfulness which is needed in a thriving relationship.
Freesias come in many different colors, white and yellow are generally the choices for the 7th
year.
8th Wedding Anniversary – Clematis
The clematis flower is stunning, and its beauty is a perfect symbol for the 8th wedding
anniversary. A clematis grows and clings to support. Its climbing ability is seen as clever and
strong, the same as your shared marital experiences.
9th Wedding Anniversary – Poppy
The poppy is a well-known flower, loved by all. The poppy perfectly represents the 9 th wedding
anniversary. The flower is a passionate and beautiful flower that symbolizes the love that
continues within the marriage. The poppy represents sincerity, hope and imagination.
10th Wedding Anniversary – Daffodil
The 10th anniversary is one of the very few milestones to be celebrated. The flower of choice is
the daffodils. This flower stands out because of its vibrant yellow color, representing the
dependability, vibrancy, joy and optimism of your marriage.
11th Wedding Anniversary – Morning Glory
The bell-shaped flower of the morning glory represents the 11th wedding anniversary. These
flowers stand for love, affection and the strong bonds of 11 years. Every morning these beautiful
flowers open up to the sun showing their strength. Every morning your marriage wakes up again
with strength. A special flower to represent the growing love you have.
12th Wedding Anniversary – Peony
The 12th wedding anniversary flower is a peony. This flower represents romance, prosperity,
good fortune and a happy marriage. It is graceful, sophisticated and elegant.
13th Wedding Anniversary – Chrysanthemum
A chrysanthemum (mum) symbolizes different things depending on the color. It represents love,
joy, longevity and fidelity. Chrysanthemums come in red which represents passion. Yellow ones
represent happiness and joy. Make your bouquet out of many colors which show the array of
love you have for each other.
14th Wedding Anniversary – Dahlia
Dahlias are stunning. The 14th wedding anniversary gift of dahlias are sure to bring excitement.
They represent inner strength, elegance and creativity. Dahlias were used to express devotion
and love during the Victorian era. There are many vibrant colors to consider with special
meanings with each one. Red dahlias show strength and passion. Pink dahlias say kindness and
beauty. The white dahlia represents purity and innocence. The yellow dahlia is known for joy
and friendship. The purple dahlia represents dignity and royalty. The green dahlia represents
new beginnings, and the dark burgundy represents mystery and intrigue.
15th Wedding Anniversary – Rose
Because the 15th wedding anniversary is a milestone, it is only fitting that the rose should be the
flower of choice. A rose represents beauty, strength, intense love and passion. Fifteen roses to
represent this special anniversary will greatly please your loved one.
20th Wedding Anniversary – Aster
The unique flower that represents the 20th milestone is an aster. The aster is often seen as a weed
but only because of their resiliency. They The aster has meanings of love and wisdom gained
over the years and show just how much you love the one you’ve walked through 20 years with.
25th Wedding Anniversary – Iris
The Iris is the star of the show celebrating 25 special years together. The Iris is strong
representing your marriage! Iris’ come in over 250 different colors each having their own
special meaning. Overall, the iris represents faith and hope. Celebrate this special anniversry
with a beautiful bouquet of Iris’.
30th Wedding Anniversary – Lily
Your 30th wedding anniversary will be celebrated perfectly with a special bouquet of sweet-
smelling lilies. The lily represents pride and devotion after all the ups and downs you have
weathered together.
35th Wedding Anniversary – Coral Rose
The coral rose is the official flower for a traditional 35th wedding anniversary. The coral rose is
stunning and portrays a zest for life the same as your many years of marriage shows. A bouquet
of coral roses is the perfect gift for the enduring love of your life.
40th Wedding Anniversary – Gladioli
Does your spouse still “pierce your heart” after 40 years of marriage? The gladioli, shaped like a
sword, is the perfect bouquet of flowers that will show the depth of your love.
45th Wedding Anniversary – Blue Iris
The blue iris flower represents faith and hope, serenity and introspection. What a beautiful
flower to celebrate the 45 th wedding anniversary milestone!!
50th Wedding Anniversary – Yellow Roses
50 years of marriage!! To honor this milestone, this anniversary is celebrated with yellow roses.
Yellow roses stand for friendship and after 50 years, who else could vie for your best friend?!
55th Wedding Anniversary – Green Goddess Calla Lily
The “Green Goddess” calla lily appropriately represents the 55 th wedding anniversary. It is
known for its longevity, lasting longer than the white calla lily. In general, the calla lily
symbolizes purity, holiness and faith.
60th Wedding Anniversary - Orchid
The orchid is a highly coveted, delicate and graceful flower which generally represents love,
luxury and beauty. This flower is perfect to honor the love of your life in celebrating your 60th
wedding anniversary. There are many different orchid colors with varied meanings. The blue
orchid symbolizes beauty, rarity and uniqueness. The red orchid represents strength and
determination, courage and perseverance. The pink orchid represents grace, gentleness and
innocence. White orchids represent innocence, elegance, humility and faith. Purple orchids
authority and royalty. The yellow orchid is a cheery optimistic color which symbolizes
friendship. The orange orchid embodies boldness and enthusiasm. The uniqueness of the green
orchid symbolizes good fortune, good health and longevity. Whatever color of an orchid that
you choose to give at this amazing milestone, you can’t go wrong. Each one is more beautiful
than the next.