Although it is purely optional, here are the traditional materials matching each wedding anniversary year.
This is a great way to start looking for an anniversary gift.
| 1st Paper | 9th Pottery | 25th Silver |
| 2nd Cotton | 10th Tin/Aluminium | 30th Pearl |
| 3rd Leather | 11th Steel | 35th Coral/Jade |
| 4th Linen | 12th Silk | 40th Ruby |
| 5th Wood | 13th Lace | 45th Sapphire |
| 6th Iron | 14th Ivory | 50th Gold |
| 7th Copper | 15th Crystal | 55th Emerald |
| 8th Bronze | 20th China | 60th Diamond |