A 50th wedding anniversary doesn’t come around every day, so when a golden moment like this rolls around, it should be celebrated with friends, family, and gifts (of course). No matter who you’re shopping for or what your budget may be, you’re sure to find the perfect gift from our collection of great 50th-anniversary gifts.
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What Is the Traditional 50th Anniversary Gift?
The 50th wedding anniversary is a significant milestone, so you’ll want to take the time to choose a gift that is both symbolic and meaningful whether you’re buying it for your parents, friends, or your partner. The traditional gift for a 50th wedding anniversary is gold, which represents the strength, preciousness, and durability of the couple’s love. Gold is also a valuable metal, symbolizing the wealth of memories and experiences that the couple has shared over the years.
Modern 50th Anniversary Gift Ideas
While gold is the traditional gift for a 50th wedding anniversary, there are many other modern gift ideas that are also appropriate. Here are a few suggestions:
- A trip to a special destination: This could be the place where the couple met, fell in love, or got married. Or, it could be a place that they have always dreamed of visiting together.
- A piece of jewelry with gold accents: This could be a ring, necklace, bracelet, or earrings for either the husband or wife. Or, it could be a matching set for both of them.
- A piece of art or home decor with gold accents: This could be a painting, sculpture, vase, or other decorative item. It’s a great way to add a touch of luxury and sophistication to their home.
- A gift certificate to a restaurant or spa: This is a great way for the couple to relax and enjoy each other’s company on their special day.
- A personalized gift: This could be anything from a photo album filled with memories to a custom-made piece of jewelry. It’s a thoughtful way to show the couple how much you care about their relationship.
Traditional 50th Anniversary Gift Ideas
If you’re looking for a more traditional gift, here are a few ideas:
- A piece of gold jewelry: This could be a ring, necklace, bracelet, or earrings for either the husband or wife. Or, it could be a matching set for both of them.
- A gold-plated gift: This could be anything from a serving tray to a picture frame. It’s a great way to add a touch of elegance to the couple’s home.
- A gift that incorporates the couple’s birthstones: This could be a piece of jewelry, a work of art, or even a custom-made gift. It’s a unique and thoughtful way to show the couple how much you care about their relationship.
- A gift that celebrates the couple’s hobbies or interests: This could be anything from tickets to a sporting event to a gift certificate to a favorite store. It’s a great way to show the couple that you support their passions.
Engraved Golden 50th Anniversary Picture Frame
$70 from Things Remembered Shop Now
Dazzle ’em with this 50th-anniversary photo frame, which fits a 5-by-7-inch print, and add a custom message to let ’em know how much you love them.
Adventure Experience
Price Varies from Virgin Experience Gifts Shop Now
For the still-adventurous couple, this company has a number of localized ideas for the couple who knows there’s still living left to do. From a scenic glider ride to hot air balloon excursions to racing a Lamborghini and lots in between (including some tamer stuff), there are plenty of fun ideas for a 50th-anniversary gift here.
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Waterford Love True Love Flute Pair
$150 from Amazon Shop Now
Toast to a half-century together with these elegant lead-free crystal Champagne flutes. Each flute holds 5 ounces of your favorite bubbly.
The Bubble Club
$120/month from We Drink Bubbles Shop Now
Fifty years is something to truly celebrate, and this subscription box gift will let them celebrate it for as many months as you want to give them. Each shipment contains two bottles of small-batch Champagne sourced from small family growers.
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Love Ring
$1,940 and up from Cartier Shop Now
Nothing symbolizes endless love like fine jewelry. This ring is available in 18-karat yellow or rose gold and studded with optional diamonds. It’s part of Cartier’s Love collection, which also includes companion bracelets, wedding bands, and necklaces.
Hidden Message Tie Bar
$13 and up from Etsy Shop Now
Make sure he always looks his best — and knows how much you love him — with this tie bar, available in aluminum, brass, copper, or sterling silver. Give it a personal touch with a custom 50th anniversary message rendered in your choice of 13 typefaces.
Personalized City and State Wood Map
$72 from Uncommon Goods Shop Now
Whether it’s the city where they met, the place they raised their kids, or just one that’s extra special to them, this customized laser-cut piece of art is one that will no doubt stand out in a sea of 50th anniversary gifts. The state shape is made of pine and features a blend of modern and vintage maps chosen by the artist.
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Dainty Custom Roman Numeral Bar Bracelet
$28 from Etsy Shop Now
Commemorate a wedding date (or any other special day) in Roman numerals with this custom bracelet. It’s available in sterling silver or 18-karat yellow or rose gold plated.
Wooden Family Tree
$60 and up from Etsy Shop Now
Engrave two to five generations onto a tree slab, available in three designs and two sizes. Wrote one happy buyer: “I purchased the wooden family tree for my parent’s 50th wedding anniversary and it turned out so amazing! My parents absolutely love their tree and I am so impressed by the quality of work.”
Personalized Snow Globe
$75 from Things Remembered Shop Now
Choose a favorite photo and add a custom engraved message to make this 50th anniversary snow globe something special. Bonus: It plays the popular wedding song Pachelbel’s Canon.
Gold/Brass Cooking Utensils
$40 from Amazon Shop Now
If the couple likes to cook, they’ll love this chic, modern, and golden five-piece set, which includes a serving spoon, pasta fork, slotted spatula, skimmer, and soup ladle.
Custom Portrait Painting
$181 and up from Etsy Shop Now
Immortalize their favorite wedding day photograph by turning it into a watercolor. Portraits are available in dimensions ranging from 8.5 by 11 inches all the way up to 19 by 25 inches, in your choice of color schemes, hand-painted by a Spanish artist.
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The Metal Foundry Golden Wedding Anniversary Sundial
$160 from Amazon Shop Now
Made from aluminum and brass, this unique, made-in-England 50th anniversaty gift comes in two sizes and can be ordered with a larger stand. It’s a functional sundial that can also be displayed outside.
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Classic V-Curved Diamond Ring
$736 and up from Blue Nile Shop Now
The graceful heart-shaped curves of this ring, which is available in 14-karat white gold or in platinum, are studded with 20 diamonds. Personalized engraving for a 50th anniversary is also available.
Glittery Gold ‘Happy 50th Anniversary’ Cake Topper
$6 from Amazon Shop Now
If ever there were an excuse for cake, it’s a golden 50th wedding anniversary. Whether you go with a fancy, multi-tiered creation or a simple sheet cake, give it an added dose of festiveness with this cake topper. Don’t have a cake? Use it to brighten up a bouquet of fresh flowers or a pretty potted plant.
New York Times Custom 50th Anniversary Book
$100 and up from Uncommon Goods Shop Now
This custom hardbound book will celebrate each year they’ve spent together — and let them take a walk down memory lane — with the front page of The New York Times from every annual anniversary since they walked down the aisle. It can be further personalized with their names.
‘Cheers to 50 Years’ Doodle Poster
$13 from Amazon Shop Now
This 11-by-17-inch unframed print is surrounded by white space that can be filled with good wishes and messages of congratulations from the couple’s friends and family for their 50th anniversary gift.
Family Tree Art
$89 and up from Etsy Shop Now
This personalized gift can be customized using names, a date, and a favorite quote. It’s also available in a number of sizes and colors, and receives rave reviews from buyers. Wrote one: “I ordered this for my parents’ 50th anniversary and it was perfect. It turned out so nice and my Mom simply adored it!!”
Intersection of Love Photo Print
$75 and up from Uncommon Goods Shop Now
For a more minimalist and modern take on a 50th-anniversary gift, customize this print with names and dates.
The Book of Everyone
$40 from Wonderbly Shop Now
This 44-page hardcover customized book is filled with your own messages, special memories, and photos for the golden couple.
Journey of True Love Serving Bowl
$85 from Uncommon Goods Shop Now
Not every 50th anniversary gift has to be personalized or scream “50 years!” This hand-thrown, glazed stoneware bowl includes a simple but poignant inscription: “True love is not a destination, but a journey shared by the travelers on its path.”
Hand-Stamped Spoons
$17 and up from Etsy Shop Now
If the couple won’t mind a bit of cheekiness, this spoon comes in a set of two, in two sizes. The Etsy shop selling these, Impressions Stamped, has other versions that would also work for a couple celebrating an anniversary who takes pride in the little things, including “Still Having Coffee Together” and “To a Lifetime of Ice Cream Together.”
Tumbler Set
$35 and up from Amazon Shop Now
Is one half of the celebrated couple an angling enthusiast? This cute insulated tumbler set says it all and comes in three colors.
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‘Growing Old’ Drinking Glasses
$34 from Amazon Shop Now
These 12-ounce highball drinking glasses contain a sentiment — and cute graphics — perfect for a 50th wedding anniversary. They’re dishwasher safe and come in thoughtful, “gift-ready” packaging.
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Antique Brass & Glass Champagne Bucket
$100 from Williams-Sonoma Shop Now
An anniversary party isn’t a party without a Champagne toast to the happy couple. This sleek Art Deco-inspired bucket features the warmth of antique brass and hand-hammered glass.
Willow Tree Anniversary Sculpted Figure
$55 from Amazon Shop Now
This hand-painted cast-resin sculpture is the work of Missouri-based artist Susan Lordi, one in a series of figures produced by her Willow Tree Studio. Give it as a gift by itself or add additional figures to create a treasured family tableau.
Mixology Bartender Kit
$55 from Amazon Shop Now
Reflect the golden theme with this 10-piece set, which all fits neatly into a mahogany stand. The kit includes everything they’ll need to make a perfect cocktail to celebrate five decades together.
‘Mates For Life’ Print
$30 from Screech Owl Design Shop Now
Longtime couples who are also nature lovers will appreciate this piece, which lists the few animal species that mate for life. It’s 12 by 18 inches and printed on recycled paper.
Lucky Liberty Penny Charm Keychain
$36 from Etsy Shop Now
Penny for your thoughts? This keychain features a genuine 1-cent piece minted during your anniversary year, mated to an eye-catching hand-cut companion star. You can also choose from a range of similar coin-inspired jewelry and charms.
Custom Star Map
$21 from Amazon Shop Now
The perfect 50th anniversary gift for any stargazing couple, this print captures the constellations as they were on the night of your wedding. Available in your choice of three background colors (black, blue, or white) and two sizes (12 by 16 inches or 18 by 24 inches).
Personalized Cutting Board
$169 and up from Uncommon Goods Shop Now
Savor 50 years of good cooking with this maple cutting board, handmade in Baltimore and customized with the happy couple’s names. It measures 16 by 12.5 by 1.125 inches.
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Gift Boutique 50th Anniversary Wedding Buttermints
$10 and up from Amazon Shop Now
Planning a 50th anniversary party? These buttermint candies are a sweet, subtle way to spread some cheer during the event. Place a bowl of them at the table or include a handful in party favor packets. Contains approximately 100 candies.
50th Anniversary Candy Sticker Favors
$9 from Amazon Shop Now
Take the party favor one step further by giving each guest a kiss or three — that’s a Hershey’s Kiss, mind you. Each sheet contains 108 anniversary-themed decals that are sized to fit the base of a Kiss.
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Create Your Own Reel Viewer
$35 from Uncommon Goods Shop Now
Chances are your family had a View-Master viewer back in the day. Now, you can make your very own reels of treasured moments, viewer included! Choose 14 of your favorite photos, upload them, and receive the finished reel in the mail.
The Couple’s Bucket List
$50 from Uncommon Goods Shop Now
Congrats on reaching 50 years together! What do you do for an encore? Use these “bucket list” cards to plan the next few decades of romance and adventures.
The Love Lamp
$85 from Uncommon Goods Shop Now
Let your spouse know just how much they still turn you on with this clever LED lamp. The cedar base is a compact 6.5 inches long, 3 inches wide, and 6 inches high, so it’ll fit just about anywhere. And it’s made right here in the U.S.A. in Huntsville, Alabama.
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Pendleton National Park Blankets
$100 and up from Pendleton Shop Now
If you’re looking for a unique gift that will stand the test of time, these blankets are pricey but unlikely to be stuffed in a closet and forgotten. Made in the U.S. of 100% wool, they are available in twin, full, and queen sizes, or as a throw, and each comes with a commemorative label honoring one of nine national parks, including Yellowstone and Acadia.
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Precious Moments Figurine
$62 from Amazon Shop Now
Precious Moments. ‘Nuff said.
Cuisinart 14-Cup Programmable Coffee Maker
$100 from Target Shop Now
After all these years together, there’s still something about sharing a cup of coffee first thing in the morning. This Cuisinart allows users set the brew time up to 24 hours in advance, and features a 14-cup glass carafe, auto-shutoff, a cleaning indicator, a permanent filter, a water filter, brew-strength control, and a small-batch setting.
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