Anniversary Guide
A wedding anniversary is a very special moment in a person's life, so why not have them remember that day by giving them something that will show them just how special they truly are. Instead of the traditional anniversary gifts, capture the significance of this momentous occasion with something that will last a life time, and be a part of a new tradition that is rapidly gaining popularity among many. Here is a list of gemstones that are quickly becoming the accepted norms to commemorate each anniversary year.
1st Anniversary – Mother of Pearl. Alternate:Peridot
2nd Anniversary - Garnet
3rd Anniversary - Pearls. Alternate: Jade
4th Anniversary - Blue Topaz. Alternate: Blue Zircon
5th Anniversary - Sapphire. Alternate: Pink Tourmaline
6th Anniversary - Amethyst. Alternate: Turquoise
7th Anniversary - Onyx. Alternates: Yellow Sapphire, Golden Beryl
8th Anniversary - Tourmaline. Alternate: Tanzanite
9th Anniversary - Lapis Lazuli. Alternates: Amethyst, Green Spinel
10th Anniversary – Diamond Jewelry. Alternate:Blue Sapphire
11th Anniversary - Turquoise. Alternates: Citrine, Yellow Zircon
12th Anniversary - Jade. Alternate: Opal
13th Anniversary - Citrine. Alternates: Moonstone, Hawk's Eye
14th Anniversary - Opal. Alternates: Agate, Bloodstone
15th Anniversary - Ruby. Alternates: Rhodolite Garnet, Alexandrite
16th Anniversary - Peridot. Alternate: Red Spinel
17th Anniversary - Watches. Alternate: Carnelian
18th Anniversary - Cat's Eye or Chrysoberyl. Alternate:Aquamarine
19th Anniversary - Aquamarine. Alternate:Almandine Garnet
20th Anniversary - Emerald. Alternate: Yellow or Golden Diamond
21st Anniversary - Iolite.
22nd Anniversary - Spinel.
23rd Anniversary - Imperial Topaz.
24th Anniversary - Tanzanite.
25th Anniversary – Silver Jubilee. Alternates: Tsavorite , Green Garnet
30th Anniversary - Pearl Jubilee.
35th Anniversary - Emerald.
40th Anniversary - Ruby.
45th Anniversary - Sapphire. Alternate: Cat's Eye
50th Anniversary - Golden Jubilee. Alternate: Imperial or Golden Topaz
55th Anniversary - Alexandrite.
60th Anniversary - Diamond Jubilee. Alternate: Star Ruby