Anniversary Stones and Metals by Year

Anniversaries are meaningful milestones regardless of what they celebrate. And when it comes to wedding anniversaries, giving a bejeweled gift is a storied tradition. 

Although the gems and metals used to commemorate anniversaries have changed throughout the years, the sentiment behind the gift remains the same: they are a way of expressing your love and commitment. 

Here's a list of the most current gemstones and metals that commemorate wedding anniversaries.

1st Anniversary: Gold

3rd Anniversary: Moonstone & Pearls

4th Anniversary: Blue Topaz



6th Anniversary: Amethyst

7th Anniversary: Onyx & Copper

8th Anniversary: Tourmaline & Bronze

9th Anniversary: Lapis Lazuli



11th Anniversary: Turquoise & Steel

12th Anniversary: Jade

13th Anniversary: Citrine

14th Anniversary: Opal



16th Anniversary: Peridot

17th Anniversary: Carnelian

18th Anniversary: Cat’s Eye

19th Anniversary: Aquamarine

21st Anniversary: Iolite & Brass

22nd Anniversary: Spinel

23rd Anniversary: Imperial Topaz

24th Anniversary: Tanzanite

25th Anniversary: Silver & Tsavorite Garnet



35th Anniversary: Emerald

40th Anniversary: Ruby

45th Anniversary: Sapphire

55th Anniversary: Alexandrite

60th Anniversary: Diamond & Moissanite