Anniversary Gifts Through the Years

Whether you’re a traditionalist or living modern life to the fullest, there are recommendations for what to get your spouse when the special day comes around each year.

TRADITIONAL

1^st Paper

2^nd Cotton

3^rd Leather

4^th Linen

5^th Wood

6^th Iron

7^th Wool

8^th Bronze

9^th Pottery

10^th Tin

11^th Steel

12^th Silk

13^th Lace

14^th Ivory

15^th Crystal

20^th China

25^th Silver

30^th Pearls

35^th Coral or Jade

40^th Rubies

45^th Sapphires

50^th Gold

55^th Emeralds

60^th Diamonds

MODERN

1^st Clocks

2^nd China

3^rd Crystal or Glass

4^th Appliances

5^th Silverware

6^th Wood Objects

7^th Desk Sets

8^th Linens or Lace

9^th Leather Goods

10^th Diamond

11^th Fashion Jewelry

12^th Pearls or Colored Gems

13^th Textiles or Furs

14^th Gold Jewelry

15^th Watches

20^th Platinum

25^th Sterling Silver

30^th Diamond

35^th Jade

40^th Ruby

45^th Sapphire

50^th Gold

55^th Emerald

60^th Diamonds