The completion of each marriage year is the perfect opportunity to exchange gifts with your beloved other half. Since medieval times, spouses have been exchanging gifts that represent each treasured year, and at Lewis Jewelers, you can explore the long list of anniversary gemstones designated to represent each date. Regardless of whether you're shopping for your wife or looking for a unique idea to gift your husband, our team can help you choose or design a beautiful piece of anniversary jewelry.

From the pearl she can wear around her neck on year 3 to the stunning timepiece you’ll gift him on year 17, Lewis Jewelers features jewelry in a variety of ways. To add a level of personalization to your anniversary gift, design your own piece of jewelry that features your accomplishing gemstone. Lewis Jewelers partners with jewelry seekers to create one-of-a-kind custom jewelry designs. Begin by sitting down with one of our expert designers to discuss your vision and your budget. Then, watch your vision as it comes to life - from the wax model to choosing your metal, you'll be involved in every step of the custom design process.

As your anniversary date approaches, stop by our location in Ann Arbor, Michigan, to begin dreaming and shopping for a piece of jewelry that features your next anniversary gemstone.

Below is a list of the traditional gemstones that represent the different years of marriage.

Anniversary YearGemstone/RepresentationAnniversary YearGemstone/Representation
Year 1 Gold Jewelry Year 17 Watches
Year 2 Garnet Year 18 Cat's Eye
Year 3 Pearl Year 19 Aquamarine
Year 4 Blue Topaz Year 20 Emerald
Year 5 Sapphire Year 21 Iolite
Year 6 Amethyst Year 22 Spinal
Year 7 Onyx Year 23 Imperial Topaz
Year 8 Tourmaline Year 24 Tanzanite
Year 9 Lapis Year 25 Silver Jubilee
Year 10 Diamond Jewelry Year 30 Pearl Jubilee
Year 11 Turquoise Year 35 Emerald
Year 12 Jade Year 40 Ruby
Year 13 Citrine Year 45 Sapphire
Year 14 Opal Year 50 Golden Jubilee
Year 15 Ruby Year 55 Alexandrite
Year 16 Peridot Year 60 Diamond Jubilee