Article: What Jewelry to Give for a Wedding Anniversary? Guide to the 16th to 30th Years of Marriage
What Jewelry to Give for a Wedding Anniversary? Guide to the 16th to 30th Years of Marriage
Celebrating a wedding anniversary after the first 15 years is a powerful milestone, marked by the strength of the couple and the richness of their shared journey. Each anniversary – from the Sapphire Wedding (16 years) to the Pearl Wedding (30 years) – carries its own symbolism and deserves a meaningful piece of jewelry to honor that love story.
Giving an antique jewel in gold, silver, or platinum, adorned with natural gemstones such as sapphires, rubies, emeralds, or certified pearls, is an elegant and lasting way to celebrate these special occasions. Discover our complete wedding anniversary jewelry guide from 16 to 30 years and find a rare and timeless gift.
16 Years – Sapphire Wedding Jewelry
A symbol of loyalty and constancy, the sapphire is a rare gemstone. Mark this milestone with an antique sapphire ring, whether set with natural or synthetic sapphires.
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17 years old – Rose wedding
The rose represents passion and fulfillment. Celebrate with a bouquet of roses and a jewel set with a pink gemstone such as raspberry garnet from Perpignan, pink tourmaline, rose quartz, or pink topaz.
18 years old – Turquoise wedding
Turquoise, with its intense blue hues, symbolizes fidelity, serenity, and enduring love. A turquoise fede ring for her or elegant turquoise cufflinks for him makes a perfect gift.
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19 years old - Cretonne wedding
Cretonne, a strong Norman fabric from the 17th century, symbolizes lasting strength. Mark 19 years of marriage with a regional Norman jewel, a nod to tradition and heritage.
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20 years – Porcelain wedding
Porcelain, both delicate and beautiful, evokes refinement. Offer an antique pendant with an enameled porcelain miniature, often adorned with floral motifs and pearls.
19th century half-set with flowers and pearls in gold and enameled porcelain, Maison Mohs
21 years old – Opal wedding
Opal, known for its dazzling play of color, symbolizes ever-changing love. An Art Deco platinum ring with a harlequin opal makes a stunning anniversary jewel.
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22 years – Bronze wedding anniversary
Bronze represents stability and warmth, its natural patina reflecting a love deeply rooted in daily life. A jewel in warm, brown, or dark tones is the perfect choice.
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23 years old – Beryl wedding
Beryl includes famous varieties such as emerald (green), aquamarine (blue), heliodor (yellow), morganite (pink), and bixbite (red). Celebrate with a jewel set with an emerald or aquamarine for timeless elegance.
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24 Years – Satin Wedding Jewelry
Satin symbolizes softness and elegance. Mark this anniversary with a pearl necklace, a polished gold jewel, or diamond-set jewelry evoking satin’s refined sheen.
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25 years – Silver wedding anniversary
Silver is associated with strength and durability. Offer an antique jewel combining silver and gold to honor this important milestone.
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26 years old – Jade wedding
Jade is prized for its hardness and tenacity, symbolizing the resilience of a couple united for 26 years. An antique jade brooch or ring reflects strength and beauty.
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27 years – Mahogany wedding anniversary
Mahogany, with its fine grain and reddish-brown hue that deepens over time, reflects a mature and radiant union. A vintage wooden ring or bracelet celebrates 27 years of shared life.
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28 years old – Nickel wedding anniversary
Nickel is a resilient, silvery-white metal that keeps its shine over time. For this anniversary, choose a jewel in white gold, platinum, or rhodium-plated silver.
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29 years old – Velvet wedding
Velvet represents both tenderness and strength. Celebrate with a refined jewel adorned with cat’s eye chrysoberyl or tiger’s eye quartz, gemstones with silky effects reminiscent of velvet.
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30 years – Pearl wedding anniversary
Pearl weddings mark three decades of union. Pearls symbolize purity, strength, and rarity. A necklace of antique pearls or a ring set with a fine pearl makes an unforgettable gift.
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What jewelry should you give for a wedding anniversary?
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Consider your partner’s style: does she prefer warm-toned gemstones (ruby, garnet) or cool hues (sapphire, aquamarine)?
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Observe favorite metals: yellow gold, white gold, silver, or platinum.
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Select certified gemstones: fine pearls, sapphires, rubies, emeralds, diamonds.
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Always request a certificate of authenticity or an appraisal to ensure value and provenance.
Offer an antique jewel with Maison Mohs
At Maison Mohs, every antique jewel in gold, silver, or platinum is carefully selected, appraised by a qualified gemologist, and delivered with a certificate of authenticity, invoice, and presentation case.
For your wedding anniversary jewelry gift, we help you choose the precious piece that will symbolize your love story and shine through time.
