What are the traditional anniversary gifts by Year Anniversary?

An anniversary is a celebration of an important date in somebodies, or multiple people's lives. When it comes to relationships, or wedding anniversaries, these annual dates are celebrated with not only joy, but also gifts. 

Traditionally, each major anniversary has a theme attached to it - and that theme would be reflected by the gifts the happy couple receive. Although not all of society follows these traditions, they do still exist, with many people using the traditional gifting theme as inspiration for anniversary gifts

Below, we have put together a comprehensive guide of the traditional anniversary gifts by year:

1st Year Anniversary: Paper

2nd Year Anniversary: Cotton

3rd Year Anniversary: Leather

4th Year Anniversary: Linen

5th Year Anniversary: Wood

6th Year Anniversary: Iron

7th Year Anniversary: Wool

8th Year Anniversary: Bronze

9th Year Anniversary: Pottery

10th Year Anniversary: Tin

11th Year Anniversary: Steel

12th Year Anniversary: Silk

13th Year Anniversary: Lace

14th Year Anniversary: Ivory

15th Year Anniversary: Crystal

20th Year Anniversary: China

25th Year Anniversary: Silver

30th Year Anniversary: Pearl

35th Year Anniversary: Coral

40th Year Anniversary: Ruby

45th Year Anniversary: Sapphire

50th Year Anniversary: Gold

55th Year Anniversary: Emerald

60th Year Anniversary: Diamond


Anniversary gifts are something to be cherished both during the time of celebration and afterwards. The traditional anniversary gifts by year are a thoughtful way of showing those you love that you care for them in the moment and forever more. 

At The Gift Experience, we have a fantastic range of anniversary gifts, no matter how long you and your partner have been together. 

More information about anniversary gifts:,

Buying anniversary gifts for friends

Buying anniversary gifts for your spouse