13th Year Wedding Anniversary Gifts and ideas

13th wedding anniversary gifts and information for the Lace anniversary

Traditional, Modern and Symbolic 13 Year Anniversary Gifts

Below is a list of both traditional and modern gift materials, as well as classic flower and gemstone symbols, which mark a couple’s 13th wedding anniversary in countries around the world…

Traditional Gift – UK		Lace
Traditional Gift – US		Lace
Traditional Gift – Australia		Lace
Traditional Gift – Canada		Lace
Traditional Gift – Spain		Lace
Traditional Gift – Germany		Parsley
Traditional Gift – France		Lily of the Valley
Traditional Gift – Italy		Lace
Flower Gift		Chrysanthemum
Gemstone Gift		Citrine
Modern Gift		Textiles and Furs

Discover the 13th year anniversary

About 13th Wedding Anniversaries
How to Celebrate Your 13th Wedding Anniversary
Common Questions About the 13th Wedding Anniversary
13th Anniversary Gifts for Him
13th Anniversary Gifts for Her
13th Anniversary Gifts for Them

About 13th Wedding Anniversaries

Ignore superstitions and urban legends when you celebrate your 13th wedding anniversary, also popularly known as the Lace Anniversary.

For many, the number 13 is associated with misfortune, but this is far from the case when it comes to married life. Thirteen has much more of a positive connotation, actually symbolising the good luck that has helped you enjoy 13 wonderful years together – with many more to come.

Lace embodies refined beauty and elegance, just as a 13-year marriage signifies polished and perfected love. So don’t panic: luck is on both your sides.

Sea glass family of birds in a wooden frame

Sea Glass “Family” With Birds [Etsy]

Framed handmade design presenting the word “Family” with a variety of birds sitting on the letters, all made with genuine sea glass. The sea glass and pebbles are collected by the artist from the beautiful Mediterranean beaches in Southern Spain.

This makes a lovely frame to have up in your living room or as a unique anniversary gift.

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How to Celebrate a 13th Wedding Anniversary

You might like to celebrate by planning a trip to one of the homes of lace making. Both Nottingham and France have been renowned during centuries for their beautiful lace cloth.

Lace can be found in many guises, including lingerie – which would certainly set the right scene for an amorous night ahead.

One of the traditional gemstones for a 13th wedding anniversary is citrine, known as the success stone. Another modern-day alternative is moonstone, symbolising the kind of passionate love that will fly you to the moon. Currently only metaphorically, of course, but perhaps a travel reality in the not-too-distant future.

Sunny Pastel Bouquet - From You Flowers

Buy her or the celebrating couple the Sunny Pastel Bouquet for this years anniversary gift — This bouquet full of soft, sunny colors will brighten someone's day! Send today to say happy anniversary, to say thank you, or to simply say I'm thinking about you. Hand-delivered by a local florist in a clear glass vase
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Yours is the light by which my spirit’s born: you are my sun, my moon, and all my stars.” – Quoted by: E.E. Cummings

13th Wedding Anniversary Gifts for Him, Her… and the Couple

It is said that if you give your lover a moonstone when the moon is full you will always share passion together. Filigree lace ear rings would make a perfect romantic gift, in keeping with the lace theme. Combined with either of the two gemstones, they would be also be a treasured and valuable gift for years to come.

The classic flowers for the 13th anniversary are the chrysanthemum and the hollyhock, both signifying ambition, fertility, honesty and sincerity. A bouquet made up of hollyhocks and chrysanthemums would make a thoughtful and romantic gift. Or, alternatively, they could be planted in your garden to be a constant reminder of the enduring honesty and sincerity you share.

White is the traditional colour of the 13th wedding anniversary. It is a symbol of innocence and purity, while also being considered a sign of perfection.

Perhaps think about taking a trip to the Spanish Riding School in Vienna to incorporate white into your celebrations.

COMMON QUESTIONS ABOUT THE 13TH WEDDING ANNIVERSARY

Q: What is the 13th wedding anniversary called?
A: The 13th wedding anniversary is known as the Lace Anniversary.

Q: What is the 13th wedding anniversary gemstone?
A: The 13th wedding anniversary gemstone is Citrine.

Q: What is the 13th wedding anniversary symbol?
A: The 13th wedding anniversary is symbolised by Lace.

Q: What is the 13th wedding anniversary colour?
A: The colour synonymous with the 13th wedding anniversary would be Antique White.

Q: What are the traditional and modern gifts for a 13th wedding anniversary?
A: The traditional gift for the 13th wedding anniversary is Lace, and the modern gift is textiles.

Q: What is the 13th year anniversary flower?
A: The classic flower for 13th wedding anniversary celebrations is Chrysanthemum and different meanings around the world, for us it symbolizes friendship, trust, joy, optimism, longevity, and fidelity.

13th Wedding Anniversary Gifts for Him

What can I buy my husband for our 13th wedding anniversary?

Seiko Coutura Collection Men's Watch [Amazon]

Buy him the Seiko Coutura Collection Men's Watch for this years anniversary gift — Powered by light energy, with no battery change required, this timepiece automatically receives radio signals to precisely adjust the time and calendar and has a 6-month power reserve once fully charged, a very stylish modern watch
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Inspiration Baseball Jersey Number Necklace [Amazon]

Buy him or her this jersey number sports number pendant for this anniversary gift — This fabulous necklace is a great gift idea for your husband and a reminder of his baseball jersey number
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Silver Western Themed Money Clip [Amazon]

Buy him this Silver Western Themed Money Clip for this years anniversary gift — This antiqued silver finish money clip is applied with open filigree curls in an elegant paisley shape bringing to mind the lightest puff of a gentle breeze
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Winbest Pro Edition Metal Detector [Amazon]

Buy him the Winbest Pro Edition Metal Detector for this years anniversary gift — The Pro Edition Metal Detector from Barska is a user-friendly metal detector with multiple modes of operation and adjustable sensitivity
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Many men would not view a lace gift as being all that masculine, so avoid giving gifts made of actual lace in favour of those that feature laces. Or play it safe and just avoid the traditional lace gift, instead finding him something that relates to one of his main interests.

Lacoste Classic Pique 100% Cotton Bath Robe [Amazon]

Buy him a Lacoste Classic Pique 100% Cotton Bath Robe for this years anniversary gift — This stylish and comfortable robe is the perfect gift for your loved one, Made from a soft cotton terry, this comfortable robe is available in signature Lacoste colors
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Star Wars Death Star Abbey Road T-Shirt [Amazon]

Buy him the fun Star Wars Death Star Abbey Road T-Shirt for this years anniversary gift — Snag this awesome Star Wars Death Star Abbey Road shirt for your own collection or as a gift for a loved one
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Carhartt Legacy Tool Bag [Amazon]

Buy him the very handy Carhartt Legacy Tool Bag for this years anniversary gift — Carhartt Legacy tool bags are large, durable, and well-organized, making them perfect for job-site professionals or serious DIYers
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Dremel 8220-1/28 12-Volt Max Cordless Rotary Tool [Amazon]

Buy him or her the Dremel 8220-1/28 12-Volt Max Cordless Rotary Tool for this years anniversary gift — The Dremel 8220 variable-speed cordless rotary tool offers the highest performance and versatility of all Dremel cordless rotary tools
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13th Wedding Anniversary Gifts for Her

What should I buy my wife on our 13th wedding anniversary? We’ve hand picked some great gift ideas below:

Sea glass flower pot with colourful flowers in a wooden frame

Sea Glass Flower Pot [Etsy]

A wonderful framed unique design of a flower pot with colourful flowers, all made with genuine sea glass. The sea glass is collected by the artist from the beautiful Mediterranean beaches in Southern Spain.

This makes for a lovely and unique anniversary gift to give to your green-fingered loved one.

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Citrine & Other Gems Floral Pendant Necklace - Gabriel & Co.

Buy her the Citrine & Other Gems Floral Pendant Necklace for this years anniversary gift — This 14K Yellow Gold Diamond, Amethyst, Peridot, Swiss Blue Topaz, Garnet and Citrine floral pendant necklace would make the perfect anniversary gift
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Silver Yellow Citrine Tennis Bracelet [Amazon]

Buy her the Silver Yellow Citrine Tennis Bracelet for this years anniversary gift — Gem Stone King offer the 925 Sterling Silver Yellow Citrine Greek and diamond vine tennis bracelet, one reviewer said, My wife loves it! Arrive timely and in perfect condition
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10K Gold Round Checkerboard Citrine Stud Earrings [Amazon]

Buy her 10K Gold Round Checkerboard Citrine Stud Earrings for this 13th anniversary gift — High polished 10k white gold four prong basket and butterfly backs Stud earrings feature 6mm Citrine center stones
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Women's Satin Robe Silky Kimono [Amazon]

Buy her this satin full length silky kimono robe for this years anniversary gift — The lace satin robe fabric is super soft, feels silky, light and breathable, and brings a silky touch to the skin
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Your wife would, almost certainly, enjoy a traditional gift of lace and lingerie for her 13th wedding anniversary.

Boho Cardigan Sweater [Amazon]

Buy her the full length Boho Cardigan Sweater for this years anniversary gift — Soft and lightweight speckled cardigan, Long open sweater, baggy oversized, casual and warm, pinstripe on the hem, bohemian style
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Lightweight Soft Leaf Lace Fringes Scarf [Amazon]

Buy her this Lightweight Soft Leaf Lace Fringes Scarf for this years anniversary gift — Very lightweight and nice quality, perfect for any occasions! This sweet scarf is a great addition to a leisurely look. Crochet tassels make this fancy accessory an essential all year-round, many colors to choose from
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Personalised Wife Blanket [Amazon]

Buy her this Personalised to my Wife Blanket for this anniversary gift — This is the best gift, when it comes to love and anniversary gifts, your wife or partner will be pleasantly surprised and loving her new blanket
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Cute Animal Design Patterned Women's Casual Cotton Socks [Amazon]

Buy her these Cute Animal Design Patterned Women's Casual Cotton Socks for this years anniversary gift — These coloful fun socks are the perfect present for your loved one, the lovely and cute designs are fashionable and attractive
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13th Wedding Anniversary Gifts for Him & Her

Mr. Right and Mrs. Always Right 2-Piece Kitchen Apron Set [Amazon]

Buy them this fun gift of Mr. Right and Mrs. Always Right 2-Piece Kitchen Apron Set for this anniversary gift — Do you need a handy and funny present for your parents or friends wedding anniversary? We now have the perfect solution! these aprons will always create a laugh
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Lace Rose 13th Anniversary Flower Gift [Amazon]

Buy them or her this Lace Rose 13th Anniversary Flower Gift — This is a delicately embroidered lace rose and hand-assembled. Lace fabric gives this rose an attractive and unique beauty and just the right gift for the 13th anniversary
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Lace Tablecloth [Amazon]

Buy them this Lace tablecloth for their anniversary gift — 100% Cotton, Heavy Weight, Durable and elegant touch to your kitchen or dining room
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Wifi Digital Frame [Amazon]

Buy the couple or a special friend the wifi digital frame for this anniversary gift — ❤A perfect gift to keep you connected: Instantly share photos from your phone to an AEEZO digital photo frame through frameo app
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Experience & Adventure Days For Him, Her & Couples Gifts

Buy the celebrating couple an adventure experience day, maybe a sailing trip with lunch or a hot air balloon ride, we have a great selection for this years anniversary gift — Shop unique gifts for couples to find an incredible experience that they'll remember for years to come. Whether they prefer adventure or relaxation, choose from hundreds of experience gift ideas for couples in cities all across the US!
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Travel & Experience Gifts

Location visit
Travel gift vouchers
Special 13th wedding anniversary location and meal
Luxury afternoon tea for two
Historic tour and lunch for two at No Man’s Fort in the Solent
Luxury spa day for two
Cocktail-making and spirits tasting

Jewellery

The traditional 13th wedding anniversary gemstones are citrine and moonstone.

Earrings
Pendants
Rings
Necklace
Tie Pin
Cufflinks

Something Different & Unique

Visit the Shard in London, for incomparable views and the “height of dining”.
Sign up for a local arts & crafts course (learn how to make lace).
Visit the Lace Market area in Nottingham.
Enjoy a weekend getaway in Calais, taking in the Cité de la Dentelle et de la Mode lace museum-centre.

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About The Author

This page has been written by Justin Aldridge. Justin is passionate about helping couples to make their anniversary as special as possible. Justin enjoys being creative and coming up with different and inspiring ideas for couples to celebrate their anniversary in style each year.