You’ve been married for 50 years – congratulations! This is a huge achievement and something to be proud of. After such a long time together we’re sure you’re looking to treat your wife to an extra special present to commemorate your life together.
Your 50th wedding anniversary is your golden anniversary and Austen & Blake are here to help you find the perfect gift. Read on to discover the best way to celebrate your 50th wedding anniversary and show your wife just how much she means to you after all these years together.
What is the 50th wedding anniversary gift?
A couple's 50th wedding anniversary is lovingly known as their Golden Anniversary. The term was coined to reflect the preciousness of having spent so many valuable years together. This precious metal is beautiful, strong, and very resistant to corrosion, much like a long-lasting marriage. It’s thought that only 7% of couples last as long as 50 years together so it’s truly something to celebrate.
50th wedding anniversary gifts ideas
When looking for the perfect gift for your extra-special someone, it can be difficult to find something meaningful or unique enough to stand out against the past 50 years worth of birthday, Christmas, and anniversary gifts you’ve given them.
If you’re looking for an anniversary gift that really means something special, read on to discover our top picks for that perfect 50th-anniversary present.
Pendants make an excellent gift for loved ones as they can be worn close to the heart. Diamonds, one of the most precious and valued gemstones, pair wonderfully with the soft golden hue of 9 karat gold and gently catch the light while she wears it. Whether you opt for a simple solitaire pendant for an everyday essential, or a more ornate halo design to wear out to dinner, she’ll be thrilled to open this special gift and treasure it for the rest of the years you spend together.
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Looking for a little more opulence and want to treat her to something extra special? 18 karat gold is an ideal option. It has a richer colour than 9K gold thanks to the increased amount of gold while also still pairing beautifully with diamonds. Earrings are the perfect present for those who like to keep their jewellery simple or understated and a pair of gold studs or small hoops can make the ideal everyday earrings or final touch to a fancy outfit.
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If your beloved isn’t a fan of the traditional yellow gold, throw out the rulebook, do away with traditions, and opt for something a little more unique. Pink is the colour of love and rose gold is a beautifully pink-hued metal that stays true to the golden anniversary theme while offering her something a little bit different. When paired with diamonds in a bracelet such as a tennis bracelet or an understated chain, it’s the perfect romantic gesture to show your love and eternal dedication to her.
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Eternity rings symbolise your undying love and ever-lasting dedication to your love. They can feature either a full ring of diamonds or a half ring of diamonds depending on your budget and your wife’s taste. White gold is a beautifully clean-looking metal that is closer in colour to silver and perfect for those who prefer cool tones over warmer, yellow gold shades. If you gave your wife a piece of silver jewellery for your 25th wedding anniversary (also known as the silver anniversary), a white gold ring will compliment it perfectly.
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The history of wedding anniversary gifts
When trying to find something to give your spouse every year can be a challenge. Looking to tradition can be a great way to find inspiration and with almost every year of your married life represented by a traditional gift or material and understanding where these traditions came from might help to make your present even more meaningful.
In the majority of cultures around the world, wedding anniversaries are considered important and are a way for couples to remind themselves of their commitment to each other. The origins of presenting loved ones with gifts on an anniversary hark back to the middle ages when husbands in the Roman Empire would present a wreath of silver to their wives on their 25th wedding anniversary, and a gold one to mark 50 years of married life. In those days, a lot of people didn't live long enough to reach these milestones, so it was truly something to celebrate when they did.
During the 1920s, an American writer, Emily Post, included a list of suggested wedding anniversary themes in her 1922 book entitled Etiquette. At first, only the first 25 years were included so, in 1937, the American National Retail Jeweler Association expanded this list up to the golden wedding (the 50th anniversary). Over time, almost every year up to the 60th anniversary has been given its own theme to help husbands and wives find a special, meaningful gift to offer their spouse and remind each other of their love.
Find out more about the history of wedding anniversaries to help you start planning the next years’ gifts.
Do 50th-anniversary gifts have to be metal gold or is gold coloured fine?
Gold is a rare and precious metal that symbolises your unique relationship with your wife but you don’t have to give the real thing as a gift. Anything that shines a gold colour will work perfectly fine—from gold-rimmed champagne glasses to yellow roses. But if you’ve been together for 50 years, she’s definitely worth a piece of real gold jewellery.
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You’ve been married for 50 years – congratulations! This is a huge achievement and something to be proud of. After such a long time together we’re sure you’re looking to treat your wife to an extra special present to commemorate your life together.
Your 50th wedding anniversary is your golden anniversary and Austen & Blake are here to help you find the perfect gift. Read on to discover the best way to celebrate your 50th wedding anniversary and show your wife just how much she means to you after all these years together.
What is the 50th wedding anniversary gift?
A couple's 50th wedding anniversary is lovingly known as their Golden Anniversary. The term was coined to reflect the preciousness of having spent so many valuable years together. This precious metal is beautiful, strong, and very resistant to corrosion, much like a long-lasting marriage. It’s thought that only 7% of couples last as long as 50 years together so it’s truly something to celebrate.
50th wedding anniversary gifts ideas
When looking for the perfect gift for your extra-special someone, it can be difficult to find something meaningful or unique enough to stand out against the past 50 years worth of birthday, Christmas, and anniversary gifts you’ve given them.
If you’re looking for an anniversary gift that really means something special, read on to discover our top picks for that perfect 50th-anniversary present.
1. 9K gold & diamond pendant
Pendants make an excellent gift for loved ones as they can be worn close to the heart. Diamonds, one of the most precious and valued gemstones, pair wonderfully with the soft golden hue of 9 karat gold and gently catch the light while she wears it. Whether you opt for a simple solitaire pendant for an everyday essential, or a more ornate halo design to wear out to dinner, she’ll be thrilled to open this special gift and treasure it for the rest of the years you spend together.
2. 18K gold diamond earrings
Looking for a little more opulence and want to treat her to something extra special? 18 karat gold is an ideal option. It has a richer colour than 9K gold thanks to the increased amount of gold while also still pairing beautifully with diamonds. Earrings are the perfect present for those who like to keep their jewellery simple or understated and a pair of gold studs or small hoops can make the ideal everyday earrings or final touch to a fancy outfit.
3. 18K rose gold diamond bracelets
If your beloved isn’t a fan of the traditional yellow gold, throw out the rulebook, do away with traditions, and opt for something a little more unique. Pink is the colour of love and rose gold is a beautifully pink-hued metal that stays true to the golden anniversary theme while offering her something a little bit different. When paired with diamonds in a bracelet such as a tennis bracelet or an understated chain, it’s the perfect romantic gesture to show your love and eternal dedication to her.
4. White gold eternity rings
Eternity rings symbolise your undying love and ever-lasting dedication to your love. They can feature either a full ring of diamonds or a half ring of diamonds depending on your budget and your wife’s taste. White gold is a beautifully clean-looking metal that is closer in colour to silver and perfect for those who prefer cool tones over warmer, yellow gold shades. If you gave your wife a piece of silver jewellery for your 25th wedding anniversary (also known as the silver anniversary), a white gold ring will compliment it perfectly.
The history of wedding anniversary gifts
When trying to find something to give your spouse every year can be a challenge. Looking to tradition can be a great way to find inspiration and with almost every year of your married life represented by a traditional gift or material and understanding where these traditions came from might help to make your present even more meaningful.
In the majority of cultures around the world, wedding anniversaries are considered important and are a way for couples to remind themselves of their commitment to each other. The origins of presenting loved ones with gifts on an anniversary hark back to the middle ages when husbands in the Roman Empire would present a wreath of silver to their wives on their 25th wedding anniversary, and a gold one to mark 50 years of married life. In those days, a lot of people didn't live long enough to reach these milestones, so it was truly something to celebrate when they did.
During the 1920s, an American writer, Emily Post, included a list of suggested wedding anniversary themes in her 1922 book entitled Etiquette. At first, only the first 25 years were included so, in 1937, the American National Retail Jeweler Association expanded this list up to the golden wedding (the 50th anniversary). Over time, almost every year up to the 60th anniversary has been given its own theme to help husbands and wives find a special, meaningful gift to offer their spouse and remind each other of their love.
Find out more about the history of wedding anniversaries to help you start planning the next years’ gifts.
Do 50th-anniversary gifts have to be metal gold or is gold coloured fine?
Gold is a rare and precious metal that symbolises your unique relationship with your wife but you don’t have to give the real thing as a gift. Anything that shines a gold colour will work perfectly fine—from gold-rimmed champagne glasses to yellow roses. But if you’ve been together for 50 years, she’s definitely worth a piece of real gold jewellery.