A Guide to Wedding Anniversary Gifts & Years

Anniversaries are markers of life and a reason to celebrate whether you have been married for 5 or a milestone 50 years!

The practice of giving specific anniversary gifts based on the number of years you have been married started way back in the middle ages. The idea behind it? With each anniversary that passes, you strengthen your relationship. So, early anniversary presents may start out simply such as paper for your first year but their substance and significance increase as the years go on.

To help you find ‘the one’ that perfect personalised anniversary gift, here’s some uniquie gift ideas to inspire and delight for all the milestone occasions.

1st Wedding Anniversary Gifts

Paper

Paper is fitting for a 1st Wedding anniversary because it is fragile - just like the beginning stages of a relationship! But tradition says, if you take care of it properly, it will last a lifetime. For a 1st anniversary why not look to our paper themed personalised jewellery which is sure to last. The perfect personalised gift for a unique take on a traditional first-anniversary present.

25th Wedding Anniversary Gifts

Silver

Gift Ideas

Hundreds of years ago a husband would give his wife a silver garland marking 25 years of marriage. Sterling silver metal is said to symbolise "harmony" making personalised silver jewellery the perfect gift for a 25th wedding anniversary.. Choose from Silver rings, necklaces, earrings and even make your own with our silver ring kit. Personalise your for the silver wedding with a message of your choice making it extra special for the happy couple.

Drop a Hint!

Bytheway, if it’s your wedding anniversary and you see something you’d like, use our ‘drop a hint’ email function which is featured on every product page. It sends a link to the product details and provides a gentle nudge to your loved one!

30th Wedding Anniversary Gifts

Pearl

A gift for a pearl wedding anniversary symbolises the hidden beauty in a relationship that has been created and matured over time. A piece of personalised pearl jewellery is an extra special gift for a 30th wedding anniversary. From pearl cufflinks to a pearl in a mussel shell necklace, you're sure to find the perfect gift idea for that special occasion celebrating 30 years of marriage.

40th Wedding Anniversary Gifts

Ruby

Ruby is the stone of love and passion, a sign of your deep and unwavering love for one another. Ruby anniversary gifts are given to celebrate 40 years of marriage. We're sure you will be able to find a great gift in our range of personalised gifts for a 40th wedding anniversary.

45th Wedding Anniversary Gifts

Sapphire

The beautiful deep blue sapphire stone is symbolic of loyalty, integrity and inner peace. Beautiful sapphire jewellery is often given as a 45th anniversary gift to celebrate 45 years of marriage. Our sapphire jewellery is made from either 925 sterling silver or 9ct Gold for that extra special gift.

50th Wedding Anniversary Gifts

Gold

Half a century! This milestone deserves more than just a few bottles of champagne. Solid 9ct gold the most prized metal represents the strength, wisdom, prosperity and significance of your marriage. If you're looking to find the perfect golden wedding anniversary gift ideas, take a look at our collection of personalised gifts including solid personalised gold necklaces and rings.

55th Wedding Anniversary Gifts

Emerald

60th Wedding Anniversary Gifts

Diamond

The beautiful Emerald green coloured gemstone is a sign of devotion and adoration, making it the perfect emerald anniversary present idea to celebrate 55 years of marriage.

The word diamond in Greek translates to “unconquerable”. This precious stone symbolises strength, affection and your undying love for one another. Our diamond jewellery can be personalised making it the ideal gift to celebrate the 60th anniversary.