How to Buy a 35th-Year Wedding Anniversary Gift

The 35th anniversary calls for jade on the contemporary gift list, and jade or coral according to the traditional gift list.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Gift Ribbons
• Anniversary Greeting Cards
• Aquariums
• Coral Rocks (fish Tanks)
• Flowers
• Jade Houseplants
• Jade Trees
• Wrapping Paper
• Chardonnay
• Jade Jewelry
• Airline Tickets To China
• Credit Cards And Loans
• Gift Certificates

1. Put yourself in your spouse's shoes. Would they enjoy a traditional gift or a more modern one?

2. Assess your budget as well as their tastes.

3. Look around at specialty shops, department stores, Web sites and catalogs.

4. Think about jade jewelry, sculptures or carvings. Asian shops and artists tend to be especially partial to jade, so start there.

5. Shop around; jade comes in many shades and qualities. Think earrings, bracelets and the like for her - or for him, if he's partial to jade jewelry.

6. Enclose a gift card.

7. Wrap and deliver your gift in person if possible.

Tips & Warnings

• Be creative. Other interpretations might include jade trees in a beautiful pot, engraved paperweights, sculptures or carvings. Check out vintage and antique shops, too.
• If you decide to go traditional and choose coral, try jewelry shops as well as museum catalogs, or rock and mineral shops. Maybe a goldfish bowl with coral stones?
• Allow enough time to order from catalogs, engrave gifts, and ship.