Anniversary Gift Symbols

Ahh Spring and Summer are upon us! The sun is shining, birds are chirping, and the flowers are budding. It’s also anniversary and wedding gift shopping season, because every couple I’ve ever known had a wedding in the most popular months to do so; May and June!

Celebrating an anniversary milestone is always special! I found a book that listed the traditional gifts for a particular anniversary year, and then the “modern” gift version. To tell you the truth, neither really seem like something I would want to receive! Case in point; this year I would receive Wood and Silverware! Just send me the cash or jewelry instead! HaHa. Listed below are the traditional gift ideas along with their more modern counterpart:

 1st Wedding Anniversary: Traditional Gifts: Paper, Modern Gifts: Clocks
 2nd Wedding Anniversary: Traditional Gifts: Cotton, Modern Gifts: China
 3rd Wedding Anniversary: Traditional Gifts: Leather, Modern Gifts: Crystal
 4th Wedding Anniversary: Traditional Gifts: Fruit or Flowers, Modern Gifts: Appliances
 5th Wedding Anniversary: Traditional Gifts: Wood , Modern Gifts: Silverware
 6th Wedding Anniversary: Traditional Gifts: Candy or Iron, Modern Gifts: Wood
 7th Wedding Anniversary: Traditional Gifts: Wool or Copper, Modern Gifts: Desk Sets
 8th Wedding Anniversary: Traditional Gifts: Bronze or Pottery, Modern Gifts: Linens or Lace

 9th Wedding Anniversary : Traditional Gifts: Pottery and Willow, Modern Gifts: Leather
10th Wedding Anniversary: Traditional Gifts: Tin or Aluminum, Modern Gifts: Diamond Jewelry

 I'm not sure if I agree with some of the modern ideas. I would prefer something a little more personal. Be sure to celebrate each milestone for they are truly a treasure. For more anniversaries ideas click here, I’m sure you’ll find something special at The Initials Shop for each and every anniversary.