Anniversary gifts by year · 3rd anniversary
3 Year Anniversary Gift: pearl
Three years: leather on the traditional list, crystal or glass on the modern one, and pearl on the gemstone list. Our cultured pearls are set with diamonds in solid gold, from studs to a halo ring.
Traditional
Leather
Modern
Crystal, glass
Gemstone
Pearl
Our picks for the third anniversary
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White Akoya Pearl & Diamond Curve Stud Earrings - Tiana
$925
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Tahitian Pearl & Diamond Curve Stud Earrings - Tiana
$950
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White Akoya Pearl & Diamond Stud Earrings - Daisy
$1,050
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White Akoya Pearl & Diamond Accented Twist Ring - Eliana
$1,050
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White Akoya Pearl & Diamond Floral Halo Ring - Emily
$1,150
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Tahitian Pearl & Diamond Swirl Necklace - Naomi
$1,250
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White Akoya Pearl & Diamond Solitaire Drop Necklace - Lauren
$1,350
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Black Akoya Pearl & Diamond Solitaire Drop Necklace - Lauren
$1,450
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White Akoya Pearl & Diamond Halo Swirl Ring - Maya
$1,750
What to spend on a 3 year anniversary gift
Three honest levels for a third anniversary, with real starting prices:
From $925
Pearl and diamond studs
White Akoya curve studs from $925, Tahitian from $950, or classic pearl and diamond studs from $1,050.
$1,050 to $1,350
A pearl ring or pendant
A pearl twist ring from $1,050, a floral halo ring from $1,150, a Tahitian swirl necklace from $1,250, or a pearl drop necklace from $1,350.
$1,450 and up
Black Akoya or a halo ring
A black Akoya pearl drop necklace from $1,450, or a pearl and diamond halo swirl ring from $1,750.
Why pearl for the third anniversary
Leather is the traditional third gift, tough and better with age. The gemstone list gives pearl, the only gem grown by a living creature, a fitting stone for a marriage that is still growing.
Every pearl we sell is cultured. White Akoya pearls are bleached for an even white, black Akoya pearls are dyed, and Tahitian pearls keep their natural dark color. We say which on every listing.
3
Pearl types: white Akoya, black Akoya and Tahitian.
100%
Cultured pearls, with every treatment disclosed.
14k
Or 18k solid gold, set with natural diamonds.
60
Days for one free resize on every ring.
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3rd anniversary gift questions
What is the traditional 3 year anniversary gift?
Leather is the traditional third anniversary gift. The modern list suggests crystal or glass, and the gemstone list gives pearl.
What is the 3rd anniversary gemstone?
Pearl, the only gem grown by a living creature.
What is a good 3 year anniversary gift for her?
Pearl and diamond stud earrings or a pearl drop necklace. Both are classic, easy to wear and need no ring size.
Are your pearls real?
Yes. All of our pearls are real cultured pearls. White Akoya pearls are bleached, black Akoya pearls are dyed, and Tahitian pearls keep their natural color. Each listing says which.
How much does a pearl anniversary gift cost?
Our third anniversary picks start at $925 for pearl and diamond studs. Pearl rings and pendants run from about $1,050 to $1,750.
How do I care for pearls?
Put pearls on last, after perfume and lotion, and wipe them with a soft cloth after wearing. Store them apart from harder gems, and skip ultrasonic cleaners.
What if I don't know her ring size?
Choose earrings or a necklace, which need no size. If you choose a ring, every ring includes one free resize within 60 days.