Things to consider when thinking about Diamond Wedding Anniversary Gifts

Like the last great milestone anniversary, (the Golden 50th), the 60th should be another great opportunity to spend time with family and friends. This time family and friends should of course take the initiative and organise everything for the happy couple. Make it all as easy as possible. There are plenty of ways to make a simple celebration great and dont forget that having all the younger relatives make an appearance at some point is very important.

If the couple live in a Commonwealth country it is possible to organise a congratulatory message from the Monarch and this would be a fantastic surprise. In the USA a similar message can be organised from the President (refer to notes in the Golden Anniversary section)

After 60 years of marriage there will be inevitably be lots of emotion, tears of sadness as well as joy – make the celebration simple and dont forget the old saying ~

~ the most important things in life are not things at all …

Strong marriages have a tremendously important place in holding the fabric of society together and after 55 years of marriage couples are probably holding each other together as well !

Did you know that Emerald is probably the most famous and favored green gemstone.?

Ideas on Emerald Wedding Anniversary (55 Year Anniversary Gifts)

Any green themed gift will be appreciated, rings, jewellery, sweet dishes, watches.

Maybe a short vacation with relatives is possible. Ireland of course is often referred to as the Emerald Isle. If you dont already live there wouldn’t it be great if your friends or relatives that do made a special trip to visit?

Ideas on Ruby Anniversary Gifts (45 Year Anniversary Gifts)

There are plenty of Sapphire gift ideas in the form of jewellery of course and often combined with diamonds they can make stunning presents.

Sapphires are often incorporated into fine watches within a broad budget range.

But seriously, what a fantastic marriage milestone. For thousands of years the Ruby has been considered one of the most valuable gemstones on Earth. The rich red color, the color of love is magnificent and it is extremely rare – just like your lovely partner in fact ( the magnificent rarity of course not the reddish colour !)

Some suggestions on Ruby Anniversary Gifts (40 Year Anniversary Gifts)

So a Ruby gift it is then, and if your budget doesn’t stretch to gemstones then a great big bunch of ruby red flowers can never go wrong.

Organise a party for friends with a ruby red theme or simply a meal with a bottle of red wine but whatever you do, dont let this special occasion pass you by.

Still confused about Coral Anniversary Gifts (35 Year Anniversary Gifts)

Then lets take the quiz theme a little further, what exactly is Jade? Well the answer of course is that its a gemstone, semi precious and is often highly polished. It is usually green but sometimes a shade of white and it consists of jadeite or nephrite.

Here are a few ideas:- Jade Cufflinks, Bracelets, Pendants or Bookmarks.

Everyone knows what Coral is – don’t they? Just to remind you that Corals are actually tiny animals and Coral is the beautiful result of their calcium secretions!

Jewellery and fine ornaments will be a great choice here.

Ideas and suggestions around Pearl Anniversary Gifts (30 Year Anniversary Gifts)

After 30 years of marriage there should be very few surprises left between you however that doesn’t mean the relationship is running out of fun or new ideas.

Pearls are the obvious anniversary present , whether natural or pearl-farm. They have a beauty that is literaly timeless and make a special gift. And talking of time, why not simply celebrate by spending some quality time with your children, grand children friends and loved ones. Don’t forget to take the camera whatever you do because these are special moments!

Ideas for China Anniversary Gifts (20 Year Anniversary Gifts)

Why not make your 20th Anniversary a special occasion and choose a traditional China Gift for your partner. China has been used for centuries in a variety of ways. A very beautiful and delicate, often carefully hand crafted material you have a great choice of gift. What about spending some time searching your local antique dealer or a specialist antique site on the internet for a truly unique gift.?

The range of ceramic gifts is truly staggering so why not set a budget , then add a bit ( go on, this only happens once !) and have a look through some of the specialist China Gift sites before making a choice that your partner will truly love.

If you really want to push the boat out why not make it a “Slow Boat To China” (to quote the lyrics of that Frank Loesser song of the 1940′s.) a cruise, or a trip to visit the wonders of China would be the trip of a lifetime.

Ideas and considerations on Crystal Anniversary Gifts (15 Year Anniversary Gifts)

Crystal gifts for both men and women could range from the obvious such as champagne flutes, ornaments and rings, to the unusual such as healing crystals and
collectables.

If there are children in the relationship they might also get some fun from a crystal prism . These little beauties will spread the sunlight across your room
in a spectacular rainbow effect. What a fitting way to celebrate 15 years of colorful splendour !

“A successful marriage requires falling in love many times, always with the same person.” ~ Mignon McLaughlin

Ideas for Ivory Anniversary Gifts (14 Year Anniversary Gifts)

Gifts on this wedding anniversary include different ornaments and carvings of many different shapes and sizes. A large collection of the ornaments however are based on Elephants. Ivory traditionally comes from the tusk of the Elephant and this is why they are displayed in so many stunning carvings. Additionaly if your partner has a passion for music and you are willing to spend excessively then you could buy them a Piano with keys carved from Ivory.

It is advisable that you avoid buying real ivory due to the cruel ways in which it was collected. The alternate sources all provide many impressive carvings which pay a fitting tribute to Elephants. A further alternative to buying the real thing is making the basis of your gift the colour of Ivory. This color can be used for anything from bed sheets to table cloths to clothing. Finally, if you want to be very exotic and outrageous then a trip to the Ivory Coast would make it an anniversary that would never be forgotten.

A more modern take on the 14th wedding anniversary gift is Gold jewellery. This gift speaks for itself as any piece of Gold jewellery will be a precious gift. Why not make it personal by adding a pendant with your partners initials or even basing the gift on the theme of love with a heart shape or locket.

Silk bags, bracelets and roses are all options. Due to the comfort of silk it is a popular luxury as clothing. Treat your parner with a lavish piece of clothing be it a shirt, a tie or even a glamourous dress. Silk Anniversary Gifts (12 year anniversary gifts) – What to think about

We are all familiar with the song “the 12 days of christmas”. Why dont you find some inspiration from this and celebrate your 12th year wedding anniversary with a gift or gesture each day for 12 days?. Show your love by spending a large amount of planning time and making every day special. This does not have to burn a hole in your pocket just a small minding every day and you will successfully sweep them off their feet.

Modernly, pearls or coloured gems are given as gifts on the Silk Anniversary. Pearl jewellery is a perfect lovers gift. If you decide to buy a pearl necklace or bracelet ensure you get it custom fitted so that it is perfect. Earings are also very special. Gemstones are also stunning additions to any piece of jewellery. Each month has a special birth stone. To make your gift personal you should find the stone for the month of your partners birth and present it with a high quality chain or bracelet. If they happen to have a June birthday then your gift will be even more relevant as Pearl is the stone for June.