Gifts for a 60th Anniversary

• Diamonds are the traditional 60th anniversary gift. Jasmin Awad/Photodisc/Getty Images

  With every wedding anniversary social etiquette suggests both a traditional and modern gift. For the 60th wedding anniversary the traditional gift is diamonds. In some guides the modern gift is also diamonds, but others suggest gold gifts. Most of the gifts for this anniversary will be an accessory of some type.

Necklace

• Diamond necklaces can be varied in size and style, which allows for a wide range of prices. Some suggestions would include diamond pendants and diamond chain necklaces. Three stone diamond necklaces work for an anniversary gift because they symbolize past, present and future. Other symbolic diamond pendants might include a heart or a key.

Watch

• Diamond watches are suitable for women and men when it comes to a 60th anniversary gift. Diamond watches can be very expensive if the band is diamond encrusted, but less expensive diamond watches might just have diamond accents on the face or band. To personalize a diamond watch for an anniversary gift get the watch inscribed.

Bracelet

• Diamond tennis bracelets are a popular anniversary gift. They can range in price because they vary in weight. A cuff bracelet accented with diamonds is another gift suggestion.

Brooch or Pin

• A diamond brooch or pin can work as an anniversary gift because you can choose something symbolic. Circles, hearts and keys are all popular symbols for anniversary jewelry. A tie pin or tack is a good anniversary gift for a man.

Money Clip

• Money clips are a functional and stylish gift for a man. For a 60th anniversary you can give a man a money clip with diamond accents. You can also get the money clip engraved to make it more personal.

Earrings

• Diamond earrings can be given as a gift to a man or woman. Men are more likely accept a pair of diamond stud earrings. Women can wear diamond studs, hoops, dangles or chandeliers.