The Best 25-Year Anniversary Gifts to Celebrate Your Silver Year

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Celebrating any anniversary with your spouse is an exciting accomplishment — especially these days, when almost half of all marriages don't work out — but hitting that two-and-a-half-decade mark, well, that deserves much more than a champagne toast. Whether you're part of the couple commemorating the milestone or know one who is, when it comes to the best 25-year anniversary gifts, there are so many great options. That said, there are some historically traditional symbols, colors and materials to keep in mind if you want to go with a more conventional approach.

25th Anniversary Symbols

• Traditional and modern: Silver

• Flower: Iris

• Color: Silver

• Gem: Silver and tsavorite (although the latter isn't as popular)

Silver is the traditional medium associated with the 25th anniversary, and research suggests that the tradition of gifting silver actually dates back to Medieval Europe when husbands gave silver garland wreaths to their wives when they hit 25 years, and then later gold garland wreaths when they hit 50. It's said that the metal "symbolizes the strength and endurance of a couple's love and commitment to each other," according to the NYC-based jeweler With Clarity. It also symbolizes durability, strength, beauty and wealth as a means to represent the rich value the long-lasting relationship and hopefully will continue to have.

But of course, you don't have to take part in the dominating silver theme. In addition to traditional silver gifts, our list has a ton of more modern and unique picks that are just straight-up romantic gestures.

For more inspiration, check out our other gift guides below:

Best Gifts for Her | Best Gifts for Him | Best Gifts for Couples

Wedding Waltz Personalized Art

We're sure you've got some absolutely gorgeous wedding photos tucked away in a scrapbook or hidden on a shelf somewhere. Modernize those memories a bit with a personalized art portrait of you and your spouse. Add your own intimate details, and choose from four different sizes and framing options.

"Can't Help Falling in Love" Music Box

Gifts don't have to be flashy or big to be meaningful, and we understand that not everyone has the budget to spend as much as they want to for a big anniversary. This mini wooden music box plays "Can't Help Falling n Love With You" whenever it's cranked up and also has the lyrics engraved on the top.

Winfield 2 Hardside Expandable Luggage

Perhaps you're taking some much-deserved vacation time and going on a trip somewhere romantic? You can't go wrong with quality, luxury luggage to keep all your essentials protected in a sleek and sturdy silver shell. The brand earned our top spot as the best overall luggage brand after testing by the Good Housekeeping Institute Textiles Lab — so you know you can depend on it for the long haul and what will hopefully be many more vacations together in the future.

Lovely Lavender Iris Medley Bouquet

We like to think that you can never, ever go wrong with flowers. That said, for a milestone like 25 years, might we suggest the biggest bouquet you can find?

Deluxe Boxed Bar Tool and Shaker

Time to raise a glass and celebrate — but first you have to stock the bar. This 14-piece silver stainless steel set can make anyone a mixologist, and easily help the happy couple make a tasty drink to cheers to their 25 years together.

Personalized "25 Years & Counting" Keychain

A sweet token of your love for one another to carry around on your key ring. Buy two personalized with your information so you can each have one and match.

Caviar Bangle

Made for the woman who keeps it simple with her jewelry, the sterling silver Caviar bangle has an almost beaded-like texture on the outside of it and comes in small and large sizes for easy accessorizing.

Leather Money Clip Wallet

A simple but sleek gift for the guy who is so hard to shop for. Add custom monogramming to the soft leather material, and he can store cash, cards and other pocket essentials in the stylish wallet.

Picture Frame

A picture's worth a thousand words — and yet, one photo wouldn't even begin to tell the story of the last 25 years. Let them choose the photo for the frame, or find a great shot of the two that you love and set it up yourself.

What to Watch Streaming Decider Dice

After so many years together, you know which fights are and aren't worth it. Disagreeing on which nightly show or movie to tune into? Make the decision easier with these funny "What to Watch" dice. We're not saying you'll never battle over the remote again, but we think there's less of a chance to tiff over your nighttime routine.

Embroidered Afghan

A cozy and cute 100% throw, the happy couple will love snuggling up in come movie night.

Cubic Zirconia Earrings

Diamonds are a girl's best friend, but they also cost a pretty penny. Get the next best thing is a more affordable look-a-like pair of cubic zirconia studs that are classic without being over-the-top.

Personalized Family Recipe Board

Turn an old family recipe into a stunning yet useful piece of kitchen decor. Your favorite foodie can easily follow the recipe while using the board to prep the meal, and it's an especially thoughtful way to memorialize handwriting from someone who has passed on.

PR 100 Classic Bracelet Watch

You have the earrings or bracelet options for her, but now you need something silver for him. Swiss-made with stainless steel, this watch is water- and scratch-resistant and includes a date window.

Classic Red Wine Gift Basket

Perfect for a picnic, a family gathering or simply a night when they'd rather snack than cook. This best-seller comes with Italian red wine and an assortment of meats, cheeses and crackers.

'The New York Times' Custom Anniversary Book

With every New York Times front page that's run on your anniversary, from the day you said "I do" to your most recent celebration, featured in this hardcover keepsake, you can look back at all the big news and history the two of you have lived through while you've been together.

Custom Viewfinder

They'll be hit with a major rush of nostalgia when they open up a viewfinder — but this one's ten times better than the original. Look back on some of your favorite memories from over the years with a custom reel full of photos selected by you. Keep in mind that each reel only holds 7 pictures.

Watercolor Couple Portrait

You could always blow up and frame an original photo, either from their wedding day or at some point during the relationship, or you could opt for a custom watercolor portrait that will have friends and family in awe when they stop over. This bestseller is available in three mediums, 12 sizes and can be personalized with names and dates.

Personalized Champagne Flutes

Although somewhat of an obvious choice, you can't go wrong with a bottle of bubbly and two personalized glasses.

Fill-in-the-Blank "I Wrote a Book About Us"

Everyone's story is different, and this fill-in-the-blank book understands that because it provides you with prompts to share the history of your relationship and memorialize it forever. With 64 pages and prompts like "I will never get tired of the way we ______," and "I'm pretty sure the stars brought us together so we could ______," you can recount your love story, either on your own or as an activity to do together.

Celebration Wine Chiller

Wine and champagne can stay cold for hours in this silver-plated stainless steel chiller, according to the brand. And for a small fee, you can get initials monogrammed on the front. No need to worry about warm beverages ruining the expected anniversary toast.

Date Night Box - Scratch Off Card Game

You're never too old to try something new, and after 25 years together, we hope that you continue to get outside your comfort zones every once in a while. Shake up date night with adventures and fun "challenges" that offer unique ideas to enjoy one-on-one time together. The only rule? Once you scratch it, you have to complete it.

Color Series Photo Book

A personal but affordable way to show off your years together. Create the ultimate coffee table book with pictures of big moments like the engagement, wedding day, first time you bought a house and other big milestones you've shared with one another.

Engraved Cufflinks

This accessory is actually two gifts in one. Not only can you purchase "always & forever"-etched metal cufflinks in round or square sizes, but you can also get an engraved wooden box with a personalized message that stores them nicely in a drawer or on the dresser.

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