Wedding Anniversary Gifts by Year

Although most weddings are held for just one day, they are remembered and celebrated for many years to come. Anniversaries are a sweet celebration for every couple reminding them of their shared love and memories. According to tradition, beginning from a couple's first anniversary to their 60th, each year has a specific gift. We did our research and here is the list of anniversary gifts by year.

1^st: Paper

Suggestions: Personalized poem or letter, handmade item, book or note book, photo print, personalized anniversary journal, his or her favorite coffee table book, paper jewelry, paper bag, or any other items made out of paper. 

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2^nd: Cotton

Suggestions: Cotton robes, pillow, towel set, apparel, jewelry, or art piece such as a canvas.

3^rd: Leather

Suggestions: Leather shoes, wallet, bag, key chain, luggage, new car with leather inside, or even furniture. 

4^tH: Fruit / Flowers

Suggestion: Get creative and make sure to pick her favorites!

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5^th: Wood

Suggestions: Wooden frame, jewelry, household goods, furniture, or other arts and crafts. 

6^th: Candy / Iron

Suggestions: Tool box, vases, statues, metal roses, a saying on iron letters.

7^th: Wool / Copper

Suggestions: Apparel, rugs, or even a trip to New Zealand for its' wool production! Copper examples include jewelry, vase, lucky coins, cookware, table top and bar items, and home decorations. 

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8^th: Pottery / Bronze

Suggestions: Bronze jewelry, accessories, plaque, and home decor.

9^th: Willow / Pottery

Suggestions: Willow furniture, handbag, pottery, or plan a romantic picnic! 

10^th: Tin / Aluminum

Suggestions: Household appliances and cookware, decor, jewelry, and cufflinks.

11^th: Steel

Suggestions: Home decor, accessories, watch, flowers in a steel vase.

12^th: Silk / Linen

Suggestions: Apparel, table runner, table cloth, bathrobe, silk sheets and pillow cases, and silk lingerie. 

13^th: Lace

Suggestions: Apparel and lingerie.

14^th: Ivory 

Suggestions: Choose elephant friendly items and still follow tradition such as ivory color or elephant themed gifts, decor, and frames. 

15^th: Crystal

Suggestions: Vases, glassware, collectibles, and crystal roses.

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20^th: China

Suggestions: China set or a trip to China!

25^th: Silver

Suggestions: Jewelry, watch, candle holders, or other home items.

30^th: Pearl

Suggestions: Jewelry, pearl inside a shell, or decorate with pearls.

35^th: Coral

Suggestions: Vase, jewelry, or coral color theme.

40^th: Ruby

Suggestions: Jewelry!

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45^th: Sapphire

Suggestions: Jewelry, wine glasses, or sapphire color theme. 

50^th: Gold

Suggestions: Jewelry, frames, gold thee, decorative accessories and home decor. 

55^th: Emerald

Suggestions: Jewelry! 

60^th: Diamond

Suggestions: Jewelry or watch; make it special by choosing her favorite stone, custom making a ring, or upgrading her engagement ring. 

Photo source Vanna K Bridal and Fashion Jewelry

Get creative and personal with each year to add meaning to your gift. Remember you can also incorporate an element of each year to your gift or include the specific year's gift as a small addition to another present.