Anniversary gifts are a way to celebrate your parents’ marriage year after year. A different material denotes each year of marriage, and gifts for each anniversary usually include a specific material representing that particular year of wedded bliss.
If the annual celebration of their wedding day is coming up, here are some milestone years and gift ideas for parent's wedding anniversaries, complete with the traditional material accompanying that year's celebration:
5th anniversary: Wood marks five years of marriage. Gifts made from oak, walnut, or cherrywood reflect a five-year celebration and form some of the most beautiful and practical gift items. A hand-carved figurine, cutting board, or bookcase make excellent gifts to present your parents for the five-year mark.
10th anniversary: Many people substitute aluminum for tin in their 10th-anniversary gifts. These metals never rust and make great materials for a number of wonderful gift options. Aluminum pans are always appreciated, and a photo of the children on a custom decorated tin is a gift your parents will always cherish.
25th anniversary: Lustrous silver is the traditional material for the 25th year, opening up a wide range of choices for anniversary presents. A set of elegant silver flatware is a fantastic gift for this anniversary, and couples' jewelry] made from silver is a gift they'll treasure.
50th anniversary: Also called “the golden anniversary," 50 years together is a cause to celebrate. While nobody would turn down a gift made from solid gold, gifts adorned with gold plating are acceptable options for this anniversary. Some golden items that parents may appreciate include a meaningful photograph in a gold picture frame, a mantel clock—gold, or with golden accents—or a 50th-anniversary wedding plaque to commemorate the occasion.