Thoughtful 20th Anniversary Gifts for Him, Her, and Them
Couples can accomplish plenty of milestones in 20 years of marriage: Building a life together, raising a family, going through the ups and downs of a shared partnership. Celebrate the occasion with a 20th anniversary gift that reinforces your commitment and love for each other.
The traditional gift for 20 years is china and porcelain, often reflected in a dinnerware set or a piece of pottery. But while china is delicate, the anniversary's more modern gift — platinum — symbolizes strength and endurance. As for the color and gemstone associated with 20 years of marriage, both are a sparkling emerald.
However you choose to celebrate two decades of matrimony, here are the best traditional, modern, and themed 20th anniversary gifts.
Prices and availability are subject to change.
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$180 from Uncommon Goods
Platinum anniversaries deserve a platinum record, like this personalized one from Uncommon Goods. Print your message on this upcycled LP held between two pieces of glass, which details up to five songs that signify a special moment. First dance at your wedding, perhaps?
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$120 from Amazon
Sleek and modern, this 16-piece dinnerware set embodies both the traditional 20th anniversary gift theme and a more contemporary vibe. The set features a gold rim and services four, including four dinner plates, four dessert plates, four deep bowls, and four pasta bowls — maybe invite another couple over to celebrate?
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$129 from The Million Roses
So you can't swing a glittering emerald necklace. How about emerald-hued roses? This unique bouquet of six to seven deep green, preserved roses lasts up to three years, and is a sweet reminder of your long-lasting love.
$25 from Etsy
Emerald in color only, this beautiful, vintage item can serve as a jewelry dish, candy dish, or general catch-all for small trinkets. The top and rim can be personalized with gold glitter, and is easily cleaned with a damp cloth.
$45 and up from Etsy
These handmade statement pieces are made with broken china, resulting in one-of-a-kind jewelry including rings, lockets, bracelets, and more. Want to make it extra personal? You can send in your own china to be used in a piece.
$55 from Kendra Scott
With an emerald cat's eye stone centered in the middle, this dainty bracelet is a thoughtful gift for your long-term love. The piece features 14-karat gold plating and an adjustable sliding closure, and comes in a variety of other stones that might work for another anniversary gift in the future.
$259 from The Eternity Rose
Practical? Not entirely. Beautiful and on-theme? Yup. This set includes a real rose dipped in platinum alongside a silver-dipped brass vase, a luxurious gift that won't wilt over time. The set even comes with an authenticity certificate.
$133 from Bloomingdale's
Come home with a bouquet of flowers in this stunning porcelain vase from Villeroy & Boch. The piece of pottery is decorated with a subtle textural design and a matte finish, and makes for a sleek and modern centerpiece on any coffee table.
$242 from Gracious Style
Combining elements of emerald and china, this five-piece emerald place setting brings Art Deco vibes to your table. Made with porcelain, the set is decorated with matte gold and dark green, and should be hand washed with warm water and detergent.
$270 from Wayfair
If your partner is a fan of interior design, this emerald-green velvet chair is a thoughtful gift to usher in 20 years of marriage — and upgrade a living room or home office. The seashell-inspired chair features a tufted back and gold-toned legs.
$65 from Uncommon Goods
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This absolutely adorable set of mugs comes in two color options — blue and gray or red and tan. Made in America (Asheville, North Carolina, to be exact), these are porcelain with a matte glaze, and they're dishwasher-safe.
$99 and up from Etsy
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We'd wager this handmade necklace, with its repurposed vintage Willow Ware china set in a pendant and surrounded by brilliant crystals, would be just as impressive as a new set of china (and a heck of a lot easier to wrap, too). Available in chain lengths of 16 to 24 inches.
Price varies from Goldbelly
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The couple that plays together stays together. Why not give them the gift of an experience they both can enjoy, such as a cooking class from a professional chef. Learn how to decorate a cake with "Ace of Cakes" Duff Goldman, discover the secret to a killer prawn boil from the pros at Seattle's Pike Place Market, or try something else on Goldbelly.
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$2,100 from Tiffany & Co.
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Feeling extravagant? Celebrate your 20th anniversary with a traditional gift of emeralds. These Elsa Peretti-designed stud earrings feature two 0.14-carat emeralds set in 18-karat gold.
$54 from Uncommon Goods
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This petite pewter sculpture designed by California artist Tamara Hensick would brighten any loved one's desk or bookshelf and comes with a secret message of love on the base. Measures 2.4 inches high and wide by 1.4 inches deep.
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$25 and up from Macy's
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Given that the 20th anniversary is traditionally celebrated with gifts of china and platinum, we think this Noritake china set hits the mark. A simple platinum band complements the brushwork that embellishes this contemporary china collection.
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