Anniversary gifts by year · 55th anniversary

55 Year Anniversary Gift: emerald

Fifty-five years is the emerald anniversary. Emerald is the traditional and modern gift, and the gemstone list adds alexandrite. Our picks offer both, set with diamonds in solid gold.

Traditional

Emerald

Modern

Emerald

Gemstone

Alexandrite

Also called

Emerald anniversary

Our picks for the emerald anniversary

What to spend on a 55 year anniversary gift

Three honest levels for an emerald anniversary, with real starting prices:

From $1,950

Alexandrite with diamonds

Alexandrite halo earrings or an evil eye medallion from $1,950, or an alexandrite halo ring or halo earrings from $2,150.

$2,250 to $4,350

An emerald band or alexandrite solitaire

An emerald and diamond half eternity band from $2,250, an alexandrite solitaire necklace from $3,150, or an alexandrite solitaire bracelet from $4,350 in 18k gold.

$5,000 and up

A statement piece

A natural emerald bangle or alexandrite drop earrings from $5,250, or emerald and diamond halo studs from $7,750.

Why emerald for the fifty-fifth anniversary

Fifty-five years is the emerald anniversary on the traditional and modern lists, the green of a marriage that is still growing. The gemstone list adds alexandrite, which turns from green to purple-red as the light changes.

Natural emeralds are disclosed as oiled unless a certificate says otherwise. Our alexandrite is lab-grown chrysoberyl, made by the Czochralski method, and every listing says so.

55

Years: the emerald anniversary.

2

Stones on the lists: emerald, and alexandrite on the gemstone list.

18k

Or 14k solid gold, never plated or filled.

60

Days for one free resize on every ring.

55th anniversary gift questions

What is the traditional 55 year anniversary gift?

Emerald. Fifty-five years is the emerald anniversary on the traditional and modern lists, and the gemstone list gives alexandrite.

What is a good emerald anniversary gift for her?

An emerald and diamond half eternity band, emerald halo studs, or a natural emerald bangle. Alexandrite and diamond earrings are a second choice from the gemstone list.

Is your alexandrite natural?

No. Our alexandrite is lab-grown chrysoberyl, made by the Czochralski method, with the same color change and hardness as natural alexandrite. Every listing says lab-grown.

Are your emeralds treated?

Natural emeralds are disclosed as oiled unless a certificate says otherwise, which is standard for emerald. Every listing says what the stone is.

How much does an emerald anniversary gift cost?

Our emerald anniversary picks start at $1,950 for alexandrite and diamond earrings. Emerald pieces run from $2,250 for a half eternity band to $7,750 for halo studs.

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.