Anniversary Gifts - Traditional and Modern

Anniversary gifts to celebrate that special day.

Each wedding anniversary is a milestone associated with a specific anniversary gift that is traditionally given to celebrate the day. Over time, more modern equivalents have replaced the traditional anniversary gifts
 
Anniversary gifts celebrate a milestone so it is important that you find exactly the right gift. Whether you are looking for a traditional or modern gift, always consider the personality, likes and dislikes of the person who will receive your present There is no point in giving a pearl necklace to a women on her 30th wedding anniversary if she doesn’t like pearls. 
 
The following is a list of traditional anniversary gifts for each of the major wedding anniversary milestones. We have also included the modern equivalent for each anniversary. This list is sure to help you with some great anniversary gift ideas 

Year	Traditional	Modern
1	paper	clock
2	cotton	china
3	leather	glass
4	fruit	flowers
5	wood	silverware
6	iron	sweets
7	wool	copper
8	bronze	pottery
9	pottery	willow
10	tin	aluminum
11	steel	steel
12	silk	linen
13	lace	lace
14	ivory	agate
15	crystal	watches
20	china	platinum
25	silver	sterling
30	pearl	pearl
35	coral	jade
40	ruby	garnet
45	sapphire	sapphire
50	gold	gold
55	emerald	emerald
60	diamond	diamond