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Anniversary Gift Giving Traditional And Modern Ideas For That Special Occasion Anniversaries are a time to celebrate a couple’s love and life together. From the newlyweds observing one year as man and wife or the seasoned couple celebrating 50 years together, an anniversary is a perfect excuse to exercise some creative gift giving. The thought of finding a unique gift, however, leaves some in a cold sweat. Thankfully, the traditional and modern anniversary schedule offers both the tried-and-true standards as well as contemporary ideas. First Anniversary Traditionally, paper is the gift for the first year of marriage together. The gift can be represented in a variety of creative ways from a pandora beads to a photograph to stationary. Another romantic idea is to write a love letter to one’s spouse. For the contemporary outlook on anniversary gift giving, clocks represent the passage of time spent together as husband and wife. Mark those good times with an antique clock found at an estate sale, a new wall dcor clock, or a personalized piece to set on the fireplace mantle. For the garden lover, a sundial is another fun and creative idea. Fifth Anniversary Wood represents the fifth anniversary and poses a variety of unique options. For those who love to work with wood, why not consider crafting something truly special for your spouse? A jewelry box or wood carving would make ideal gifts. Another lovely possibility is a tree. A tree planted in a special spot in the yard not only brings beauty to the space but symbolizes the couple’s growing relationship. For those interested in taking a modern twist on things, silverware serves as the contemporary gift for a fifth anniversary. Think interesting dessert spoons or a candle snuffer. Wine connoisseurs would enjoy a heart-shaped wine opener, along with a favorite wine. Tenth Anniversary The tenth anniversary is typically a special marker of marriage. Tin and aluminum are the traditional symbols of the occasion. Consider a personalized plaque to hang on the front of the house, with room for a family name and establishment date. Tea and coffee tins are another option and can be found a large variety of colors and styles to complement any dcor. Other ideas include watches made of aluminum or jewelry made of tin. The modern gift suggestion is to give the timeless present of diamond jewelry. Of course, a new diamond ring comes to mind, but other alternatives include diamond earrings, a diamond pendant, or cufflinks for that special husband. Twentieth Anniversary While crystal represents 20 years of wedded bliss, it takes some creativity to choose a gift that won’t end up gathering dust on a shelf top. Bring on the wow factor with Swarovski crystal jewelry, such as a pendant necklace. Other ideas include a crystal photo frame or a new set of crystal wine glasses. For the woman who loves fresh flowers, a crystal vase and a dozen roses can never fail. The modern take on 20 years is platinum. A platinum anniversary ring is a perfect choice for those who want to express their appreciation to their spouse for 20 years of love and life. Twenty-fifth Anniversary Twenty-five years of marriage is symbolized in both traditional and contemporary gifts with silver. From keepsake platters and anniversary clocks to jewelry and picture frames, silver is all the rage. Couples at this stage often renew their vows and what better way to commemorate the day than with a time capsule made of silver and filled with symbols of love and family. Bury the capsule and dig it up in another 25 years! Forty-fifth Anniversary As with the Silver Anniversary, 45 years of marriage is represented with sapphires in both the traditional and modern gifts. Of course, sapphires easily translate into jewelry, such as a sapphire and white gold ring or sapphire and diamond earring and necklace set. Eternity band rings are another popular choice, as they symbolize endless love and can be found in a variety of blue and pink sapphires or ruby. Fiftieth Anniversary Associated with optimism and wealth, the 50th anniversary is pure gold. pandora beads uk a century in love with one person is a wonderful and much-needed statement about married life in these times. Gold jewelry is always a welcome choice, but someone might also consider a sentimental gift, such as a personalized golden anniversary Christmas ornament. Not only to be enjoyed by the golden couple, the ornament will surely become a family keepsake in the years to come. Sixtieth Anniversary The tradition of the 60th anniversary came into vogue after Queen Victoria celebrated her Diamond Jubilee in 1897. Pull out the stops and create a stunning diamond solitaire ring for the lucky bride. The wife with a green thumb will appreciate the Diamond Anniversary rose bush, with thronless, lavender blooms. Anniversary gift giving presents a wonderful opportunity to present gifts as unique as the one who receives it. With the anniversary gift schedule as a guide and a touch of ingenuity, your gifts can represent all that is good and meaningful to your marriage relationship. Lewis Jewelers is proud to carry the full line of Pandora Jewelry. Pandora bracelets, Pandora charms and Pandora beads are only a part of the collection. For more information, contact Lewis Jewelers, 2000 West Stadium Blvd., Ann Arbor, Michigan, 48103, 877-88-LEWIS or .