Traditional VS. Modern Anniversary Gift

Most people are familiar with the traditional bill of materials, and good etiquette requires us to be a guide when choosing a gift to commemorate the wedding anniversary. If you're like most people, you might find it challenging to convert the materials in the list into acceptable gift ideas. You may have more choices than you realize. Do you know that the updated "modern" gift list is getting more and more popular? This article covers the history of traditional lists, highlights the differences between modern and traditional lists, and helps you determine which is right for you.

Part of the traditional list has existed since the Middle Ages. Historians can trace the origins of the silver and gold anniversaries of medieval Germany, where garlands made of these metals were given to the 25th and 50th years of marriage. The rest of the list may not be as traditional as you might think. I was surprised to find that, as we know today, the traditional list did not exist until 1937. That year, the National Association of Retail Jewelers published a list of materials for each anniversary until the 15th year, and then the fifth year after that until the 60th anniversary. The following is a list of materials from 1937 to 60:

*first - paper

*Second - Cotton

*Third - Leather

*fourth - fruit / flowers

*Fifth - Wood

*Sixth - Candy / Iron

*Seventh - Wool / Copper

* Eighth - Bronze / Pottery

*ninth - pottery / willow

*10th - Tin/Aluminum

*11th - Steel

*12th - Silk/Linen

*13th - Lace

*fourth - ivory

* fifteenth - crystal

*Twentyth - China

*25th - Silver

*Thirtyth - Pearl

*35th - Coral

* Fortieth - Ruby

* Forty-fifth - Sapphire

*Fiftyth - Gold

*55th - Emerald

* Sixtieth - Diamond

The Modern Anniversary Bill of Materials provides us with a modern, easy-to-use alternative. The modern list does not have a clear beginning, but like the original, the annual gift is more precious than the previous one. This arrangement is designed to recognize the longevity of commitment. The new list retains the spirit of the traditional list but loses some of its original etiquette. Although more convenient, the modern list sacrifices the thoughtfulness needed to make good gifts with the more mundane materials on the old list. However, modern lists are more expensive [expensive] than the original list, and in some cases may be more popular than the thoughtful and humble gifts in the traditional list. The following is a widely accepted modern list until the 60th year:

*first - clock

*Second - China

*Third - Crystal / Glass

*fourth - home appliances

*Fifth - Silverware

*Sixth - Candy / Iron

*Seventh - Desk Set

* Eighth - Bronze / Pottery

*ninth - linen / lace

*10th - Leather

*11th - Jewelry

*12th - Pearl

*13th - Textiles / Fur

* Fourteenth - Gold Jewelry

* fifteenth - watch

*Twentyth - Platinum

*25th - Silver

*Thirtyth - Diamond

*Thirty-fifth - Jade

* Fortieth - Ruby

* Forty-fifth - Sapphire

*Fiftyth - Gold

*55th - Emerald

* Sixtieth - Diamond Jubilee

For most couples, I recommend using a modern list. When choosing a gift from a modern list, you get more specificity, such as a desktop set that is clearer than copper/wool. With a modern list, you won't risk insulting your spouse and rewarding you for 10 years with a poor tin or aluminum gift. Believe me, she will not be satisfied with the traditional excuses. In addition, I wish you the best of luck in finding a 14-year ivory candlestick! If you don't really enjoy the creative challenge of using the traditional list, try this year's modern list.

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