Start with the year. Newlyweds shopping for 1st anniversary jewelry will find rose quartz pendants and studs, a stone rating 7 on the Mohs scale and long linked to gentle affection. The 2nd anniversary calls for garnet, a deep red almandine or pyrope that competing SERPs consistently tie to passion and commitment.
Five years in, sapphire takes over. Our 5th anniversary jewelry uses blue sapphire (Mohs 9, second only to diamond in hardness), which suits daily wear on rings and bracelets. At ten years, blue zircon and diamond lead the 10th anniversary jewelry lineup, while ruby anchors 15th anniversary jewelry with its signature red chromium glow.
Later milestones shift toward heirloom stones. Emerald marks year 20, so the 20th anniversary jewelry edit favors bezel and halo settings that protect the stone's natural inclusions. Silver itself defines the 25th anniversary jewelry collection, with polished bands, chains and cuffs in pure .925. Pearl closes out the 30th anniversary jewelry selection, and ruby returns in deeper settings for year 40.
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Garnet is the traditional gemstone for a 2nd wedding anniversary. Its deep red color stands for passion, loyalty and commitment, which is why it remains the go-to choice for rings, pendants and earrings marking two years of marriage.
Common pairings: 1st rose quartz, 2nd garnet, 5th sapphire, 10th diamond or blue zircon, 15th ruby, 20th emerald, 25th silver, 30th pearl, 40th ruby, 50th gold. Modern lists sometimes differ, so check both before buying.
Yes. Sterling silver (.925) is the official material for the 25th anniversary and works as a setting for any year's gemstone. With basic care, a sterling piece lasts for decades and can be polished back to full shine.
Yes. SilverRush Style offers free standard shipping on all US orders, with no minimum purchase. Expedited options are available at checkout if you need a piece delivered by a specific anniversary date.