Anniversaries are more than just dates on a calendar—they are milestones that celebrate love, commitment, and the journey shared together. For centuries, jewelry has been the gift of choice for these special moments, symbolizing beauty, strength, and the timeless nature of relationships. Each anniversary carries traditional themes, and jewelry makes those traditions come alive in meaningful, lasting ways.
1st Anniversary: A New Beginning
The first anniversary is often celebrated with gold jewelry, symbolizing the warmth and new beginnings of marriage. A delicate gold pendant, bracelet, or pair of earrings is a perfect choice to commemorate this milestone. It represents the foundation being built—strong, enduring, and radiant.
5th Anniversary: Strength and Growth
Traditionally associated with wood for its symbolism of strength, the modern 5th anniversary gift has shifted toward sapphire jewelry. Sapphires represent loyalty and trust, making them a beautiful choice to celebrate five years of marriage. A sapphire pendant or earrings framed in gold is both elegant and meaningful.
10th Anniversary: A Decade of Brilliance
The 10th anniversary is marked by diamonds, the ultimate symbol of durability and everlasting love. A diamond band, a pair of diamond stud earrings, or a diamond bracelet are popular choices to honor a decade together. At Johnston Jewelers, many couples choose to add a diamond anniversary band to their original wedding set, creating a lasting heirloom that represents the first ten years of their journey.
25th Anniversary: The Silver Jubilee
The 25th anniversary, often called the silver anniversary, traditionally celebrates a marriage that has stood the test of time. Silver or white gold jewelry highlights the beauty of this milestone. A white gold necklace with diamonds or a silver-toned timepiece makes a perfect keepsake for this important celebration.
50th Anniversary: The Golden Jubilee
Reaching fifty years together is an extraordinary achievement, celebrated with gold jewelry. Symbolizing prosperity, strength, and enduring love, gold is the perfect way to honor this golden milestone. Whether it’s a custom gold bracelet, a pendant, or a pair of gold earrings, these pieces become cherished family heirlooms, passed down through generations.
Making Milestones Personal
While tradition offers guidance, every couple’s love story is unique. That’s why personalizing anniversary jewelry with engravings, birthstones, or custom designs makes the gift even more meaningful. At Johnston Jewelers, our experts work with you to create jewelry that reflects not only the milestone but also the personal journey you share.
Johnston Jewelers: Celebrating Love for Over 50 Years
At Johnston Jewelers, we’ve had the privilege of helping couples celebrate life’s greatest milestones with jewelry crafted to last a lifetime. From first anniversaries to golden jubilees, we create pieces that symbolize love, tradition, and commitment. With over 50 years of experience, we take pride in helping you honor your journey with jewelry as timeless as your love.