Anniversary Gemstones

-- Anniversary Gemstones --

Happy Anniversary!

Are you looking for a special piece of jewelry to give to your partner as a token of your love and commitment? Why not choose a piece that features your anniversary gemstone? Gemstones are gorgeous, and will make a lovely addition to your sweetheart’s collection. From rings to necklaces, from bracelets to hair combs, you can find a stunning gemstone that fits your budget, and your style!

Did you know that there are different gemstones that are associated to you’re anniversary year? Using this simple chart, you can ascertain which gemstone is right for you. Missed a year or two? Consider grouping several gemstones together in a cluster to represent each year.

1st Anniversary - Mother-of-Pearl
2nd Anniversary - Garnet
3rd Anniversary - Moonstone
4th Anniversary - Blue Topaz
5th Anniversary - Rose Quartz
6th Anniversary - Amethyst
7th Anniversary - Onyx
8th Anniversary - Tourmaline
9th Anniversary - Lapis Lazuli
10th Anniversary - Crystal
11th Anniversary - Turquoise
12th Anniversary - Jade
13th Anniversary - Citrine
14th Anniversary - Opal
15th Anniversary - Alexandrite
16th Anniversary - Peridot
17th Anniversary - Carnelian
18th Anniversary - Tigereye Chyroprase
19th Anniversary - Aquamarine
20th Anniversary - Emerald
21st Anniversary - Iolite
22nd Anniversary - Zircon
23rd Anniversary - Yellow Topaz
24th Anniversary - Tanzanite
25th Anniversary - Sterling Silver
30th Anniversary - Pearl
35th Anniversary - Emerald
40th Anniversary - Ruby
45th Anniversary - Sapphire
50th Anniversary - Gold
60th Anniversary - Diamond

Giving your wife or partner a piece of jewelry that features your anniversary gemstone is a considerate and sweet gesture. Every time she looks at it, she’ll be reminded of the years you have spent together.

Non-JewelryOf course, you’re not completely limited to jewelry! You could also present her with some beautiful figurine, plate, or other decorative item that features your gemstone. Be creative! One caring husband bought his wife a puppy for their 25th anniversary – and named it Sterling after the traditional gift of sterling silver!

Go Shopping

Choosing jewelry for someone else can be a bit daunting. Keep an eye on her everyday style to help you determine what sort of gift to buy for her – is she conservative? Does she wear big, chunky jewelry or small, delicate pieces? Will you be shopping online for the jewelry, or will you head to a local shop? If you plan to purchase the item online, be sure to order it well in advance and purchase it from a reputable source. Read the fine print!

Make it Romantic

Once you’ve decided what you plan to give her as a gift, you’ll need to think of a way to present it to her in a romantic fashion. Will you slip it to her over a candlelit dinner? Will you give it to her in the morning, when she first wakes up? Or surprise her by showing up at her office with a dozen roses and a small telltale box? Put as much effort into planning the actual gift giving as you did into the gift itself. Consider getting down on one knee and telling her that you would marry her all over again in an instant!

Choosing a gift for your sweetheart might be difficult, but following the anniversary gemstone guideline will give you some guidance – and make your job easy for years to come! You can even make a game of it by deciding to purchase the correct gift on each anniversary. What a lucky woman to have married such a thoughtful and romantic man!