Anniversary Jewellery by Year: A Gifting Guide
Anniversaries are a wonderful reason to give jewellery, a lasting reminder of the years you have shared. Many anniversaries have traditional themes, and several of them translate beautifully into jewellery. This guide suggests anniversary jewellery gifts by year.
First and fifth
First anniversary: traditionally associated with paper, but in jewellery terms, it is a lovely occasion for a first piece that marks your married life together:
- a delicate gold pendant or chain,
- simple gold or diamond studs,
- a ring to wear alongside the wedding band.
Fifth anniversary: traditionally associated with wood. Jewellery ideas include:
- a gold bracelet or bangle,
- a pendant with a meaningful motif,
- a gemstone piece, perhaps in a birthstone.
Tenth
The tenth anniversary is a milestone, and diamonds are a popular modern choice:
- diamond studs, worn every day. See Diamond Studs,
- a diamond pendant or eternity band,
- an upgraded ring, perhaps a larger solitaire. See Engagement Rings in India.
Silver and pearl years
25th anniversary (silver): the silver jubilee is traditionally marked with silver, but many couples choose silver-toned pieces in white gold or diamonds, or a combination of silver and gold. It is also a lovely year for a family heirloom piece.
30th anniversary (pearl): pearls are the traditional gift, and in Hyderabad, the City of Pearls, they carry special meaning:
- a pearl strand or small satlada,
- pearl chandbalis or studs,
- pearl and gold combinations.
Read Hyderabadi Pearls.
Ruby, sapphire and emerald years
- 40th anniversary (ruby): ruby earrings, a ruby pendant or a ruby-set bangle.
- 45th anniversary (sapphire): a sapphire ring or pendant.
- 55th anniversary (emerald): emerald jewellery, beautiful with Hyderabadi polki and pearls.
Read Understanding Gemstone Quality: Emeralds, Rubies and Sapphires.
Gold and diamond years
50th anniversary (gold): the golden jubilee calls for gold:
- a traditional gold piece, such as a necklace or bangles,
- matching gold pieces for the couple,
- a piece to pass down to children or grandchildren.
60th anniversary (diamond): a rare milestone, marked with diamonds, perhaps a piece designed to become a family heirloom.
Making it personal
Whatever the year, personal touches make anniversary jewellery special:
- engrave a date or initials,
- choose a design linked to a shared memory,
- remake a piece from your wedding into something new. See Heirloom Remaking,
- commission a custom piece. See Bespoke Jewellery at Tibarumal & Sons.
At Tibarumal & Sons Jewellers, Shaikpet, we are happy to help you choose or create an anniversary gift. Message us on WhatsApp at +91 88855 00805.
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