The Ultimate Anniversary Gift Guide

The Ultimate Traditional Anniversary Gift Guide — Curated by Union & Ember

Every anniversary is more than a date — it’s a chapter in a story two people are writing together. For centuries, couples have honored these milestones with symbolic materials that reflect the strength, beauty, and evolution of their marriage. At Union & Ember, we believe those symbols deserve to be celebrated with intention, elegance, and meaning.

That’s why Union & Ember exists: to take the guesswork out of anniversary gifting. Instead of endless scrolling and second-guessing, you’ll find curated collections for each anniversary year, each one inspired by the traditional material and the story behind it. Every piece is chosen to feel personal, timeless, and worthy of the moment you’re celebrating.

When you shop with Union & Ember, you’re not just buying a gift — you’re choosing a symbol of where you’ve been, what you’ve built, and everything still ahead. We make it effortless and meaningful, so you can focus on what matters most: the person sitting across from you.


1st Anniversary — Paper

Meaning: A fresh beginning; the unwritten story ahead.

Collection: The First Chapter Collection

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2nd Anniversary — Cotton

Meaning: Comfort, warmth, and the weaving together of two lives.

Collection: The Woven Hearts Collection

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3rd Anniversary — Leather

Meaning: Durability, protection, and strength.

Collection: The Bound in Strength Collection

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4th Anniversary — Fruit / Flowers

Meaning: Growth, blossoming, and flourishing love.

Collection: The Bloom & Harvest Collection

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5th Anniversary — Wood

Meaning: Strong roots and a lasting foundation.

Collection: The Rooted in Love Collection

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6th Anniversary — Iron

Meaning: Resilience and unbreakable commitment.

Collection: The Forged Together Collection

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7th Anniversary — Copper / Wool

Meaning: Warmth, security, and steady heat.

Collection: The Copper & Comfort Collection

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8th Anniversary — Bronze

Meaning: Strength, stability, and endurance.

Collection: The Timeless Bronze Collection

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9th Anniversary — Pottery / Willow

Meaning: Flexibility, craftsmanship, and shaping life together.

Collection: The Handcrafted Harmony Collection

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10th Anniversary — Tin / Aluminum

Meaning: Preservation and the ability to bend without breaking.

Collection: The Everlasting Ten Collection

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11th Anniversary — Steel

Meaning: Strength and unwavering commitment.

Collection: The Steelbound Collection

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12th Anniversary — Silk / Linen

Meaning: Elegance, softness, and deep trust.

Collection: The Softly Woven Collection

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13th Anniversary — Lace

Meaning: Intricacy, beauty, and delicate craftsmanship.

Collection: The Lacework Legacy Collection

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14th Anniversary — Ivory

Meaning: Purity and integrity (represented ethically).

Collection: The Pure Devotion Collection

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15th Anniversary — Crystal

Meaning: Clarity, brilliance, and sparkling joy.

Collection: The Crystal Clarity Collection

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20th Anniversary — China

Meaning: Delicate beauty and refined strength.

Collection: The Fine China Years Collection

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25th Anniversary — Silver

Meaning: Radiance, brilliance, and timeless elegance.

Collection: The Silver Milestone Collection

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30th Anniversary — Pearl

Meaning: Wisdom, rarity, and beauty grown over time.

Collection: The Pearl Essence Collection

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35th Anniversary — Coral

Meaning: Vitality, protection, and flourishing love.

Collection: The Coral Tide Collection

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40th Anniversary — Ruby

Meaning: Passion, fire, and enduring devotion.

Collection: The Ruby Flame Collection

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45th Anniversary — Sapphire

Meaning: Loyalty, truth, and deep emotional depth.

Collection: The Sapphire Promise Collection

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50th Anniversary — Gold

Meaning: Richness, warmth, and a legacy of love.

Collection: The Golden Legacy Collection

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55th Anniversary — Emerald

Meaning: Renewal, vitality, and a bond that continues to grow.

Collection: The Emerald Renewal Collection

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60th Anniversary — Diamond

Meaning: Unbreakable, brilliant, and everlasting love.

Collection: The Diamond Eternity Collection

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