Whew! You made it through the first two years of wedded bliss. “They” say the first two years are the hardest. Let’s hope so.
Marriage is a beautiful thing. It has its ups and downs, but it’s still amazing. Celebrating each milestone in your marriage makes it stronger.
Three years of marriage is definitely something worth celebrating.
We have compiled some fantastic 3rd anniversary gift ideas. Good luck picking just one!
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All About The Third Anniversary Gift
- 10 Best 3rd Anniversary Gifts
- Traditional 3rd Anniversary Gifts
- Modern 3rd Anniversary Gifts
- 3rd Anniversary Gifts for Her
- 3rd Anniversary Gifts for Him
- Gifts for Couples
- Unique Gift Ideas
This the third part in our series of Anniversary Gifts by Year.
What is the traditional 3 year anniversary gift?
Leather.
Why is leather the traditional third anniversary gift?
The third wedding anniversary is often when a couple truly becomes aware of the durability of their relationship.
Those first two years can be rough, but you’ve made it through and your relationship continues to grow! So, for this reason, leather is the traditional gift for the third anniversary.
As a material, leather is durable, warm, strong, flexible, and has a sense of resiliency to it. Just like the two of you.
What is the modern 3rd-year anniversary gift?
Crystal (or glass).
Why is crystal the modern third anniversary gift?
Crystal is the modern symbol of the 3-year milestone. It suggests that your relationship is beautiful and strong but still a bit fragile.
What is the 3 year anniversary stone?
Jade (or pearl; both stones make several appearances in different places on the anniversary gemstone list).
Why is jade the third anniversary gemstone?
Jade symbolizes peace and calmness in times of storm. The Chinese culture has long believed that Jade is a protective stone and drains misfortunes from life.
The lively green gemstone also symbolizes a long life, fidelity, love, and endurance. Jade has been used for centuries as a third-anniversary gift.
What is the third anniversary flower?
Sunflower.
What is the 3 year anniversary color?
Jade or pearl-white (depends on which gemstone you go with).
10 Best Third Anniversary Gifts
Ok, we’re ready for gift ideas! We’ll start with our top-ten, then further down we’ll creative traditional gifts, modern gifts, plus specific ideas for him, for her, and lots more.
1. Engraved Leather Photo
Have your favorite photo engraved in leather. These leather photos are laser engraved with unbelievable clarity and would make a nice third-anniversary gift!
Add text to your portrait to make this a truly personal gift. Any couple would treasure this portrait for their whole lives.
2. Personalized Comic Book
Make yourselves into a comic! Take wedding day pictures, engagement pictures, or candid photos and make them into a fun story.
Tell the story of how you met and fell in love. This is a charming way to save your love story for everyone to enjoy.
3. Leather Adventure Book
This is a hand-made leather photo album with your custom text displayed on the front. Your leather book is made from high-quality leather, acid-free paper.
Gathering all of your photos will bring back beautiful memories of the years you have spent together.
4. Magnetic Couple’s Bracelet
This bracelet shows your “connection.” Every time you are near each other, the magnets will seek each other out and snap together.
(Tip: It helps if you hold hands.)
The meaningful charms have mountains on one and rivers on the other: “Oaths high as the mountains and vows deep as the ocean were exchanged, lovers pledge of eternal loyalty until the seas dry up and rocks decay.”
5. Leather Glow Candle
You will experience a new way to enjoy a candle with the “Glow-Through” Tuscan leather-wrapped glass candle jar.
The woodsy-smelling candle has undertones of oriental spice – making it a nice gift for your husband.
These soy candles burn clean for approximately 50 hours.
6. Etched Leather Wedding Music Anniversary Plaque
There’s no better way to celebrate your anniversary than with music, and there’s no greater music than your wedding song!
Etch the musical notation to *your* song onto this wood framed leather plaque, complete with your names and anniversary date.
7. Soundwave Art
You can email this company with any personal recording or upload your favorite song, and they will create a breath-taking soundwave art. Then point your phone’s camera to the QR code, click on the link that pops up and listen to your audio.
The sound wave image is printed on a polished acrylic block creating a 3D effect. This is truly a unique gift that will touch your loved one’s heart.
More thoughtful gifts: 17 Creative Gift Ideas to Surprise & Delight Someone Special
8. “Three Stinking Years” Funny 3rd Anniversary Mug
If farting is part of his daily routine, then this mug is made for him.
This durable ceramic mug comes in two sizes and is just right for any hot or cold drink. So surprise him with this silly gift that is sure to make him laugh!
9. Coffee Lover Spoons
This teaspoon is sure to bring a smile to their face every time it’s used—a cute way to continue your daily routine of enjoying your morning coffee together.
Your spoon is laser engraved and sure to last for years.
10. Personalized Outdoor Mug
This personalized enamel mug is covered in leather—a nice gift for any coffee lover and the perfect third-anniversary gift.
Enjoy any hot or cold beverage with your name boldly displayed on a leather label—a charming mug for sitting around the campfire.
Traditional 3rd Anniversary Gifts (Leather)
As we’ve mentioned, leather is the traditional material to recognize the 3rd anniversary. Here are some great gifts that incorporate that theme.
11. Engraved Leather Tray
Get your spouse this stylish leather anniversary gift – a custom catch-all valet tray.
Leather symbolizes the security and strength of a relationship. Similar to what marriages are – leather is durable, flexible, and it transforms over the years.
This valet tray would make an exceptional third-year anniversary gift.
12. Personalized Leather Coasters
This hand-made leather coaster set is a great addition to any home!
These custom leather coasters feature an embossed logo or monogram. Leather can’t help but lend a feeling of sturdiness and dependability.
The etched coasters are sure to make a nice impression on your guests and keep your table tops spotless.
13. Engraved Leather Flask Set
Get ready to celebrate with this custom engraved stainless steel flask set. The flask is covered with a stylish layer of leather. In addition, the set comes with a funnel and four shot glasses.
Your flask holds up to six ounces of your favorite liquor.
14. Leather Journal
This hand-made leather-bound journal will never go out of style. This is an outstanding gift for anyone who keeps a daily journal, draws, or writes a travel diary.
The naturally distressed look gives this book a timeless feel and is sure to please your loved one.
15. Personalized Leather Wallet
This hand-made leather clutch is a must-have. Designed from quality Italian leather and imprinted with your custom message inside.
This beautiful clutch is perfect for a night out or just a quick run to the grocery store. She is sure to use it for quite some time.
With a choice of five colors, she is sure to be delighted!
Modern 3rd Anniversary Gifts (Crystal)
The modern take on the 3-year anniversary gift involves delicate and beautiful crystal. Here are some unique and thoughtful ideas.
16. Engraved Crystal Glencairn Glasses
The Glencairn etched glass is perfect for the bourbon drinker in your life. Add your name and initial to make it an extra special gift.
The shape of our lead-free crystal glass enhances the flavor and aroma of your favorite libation.
This six-ounce glass makes a great addition to your home bar.
17. 3D Crystal Laser Photo
Have your favorite photo engraved into an amazing piece of crystal clear glass, along with your own caption.
This hand-made 3D crystal will keep a precious memory forever. This keepsake will bring smiles and melt your heart every time you look at it.
18. Engraved Crystal Clock
This Waterford Lismore desktop clock is simply elegant. She will feel so special when she opens this stunning anniversary gift.
Waterford Crystal pieces are considered valuable because of their very intricate design elements. The process to create them is both complex and labor-intensive.
This clock will start many conversations when your guests see it.
19. Crystal Tree
This natural hand-made rose quartz tree of life is wrapped with copper wire. Put it in your living room, or office and legends say it will help you to attract wealth and prosperity, success, and all good things.
When it comes to your marriage, you want all the good things! After all, rose quartz is considered the “love” stone.
20. Crystal Necklace
This hand-made opal crystal necklace is so stylish, she will love to wear it. The opal is known as the “eye stone.”
This is a stone so pleasing to the sight, it inspires love and hope, innocence and purity, luck and happiness. It was considered by the ancient world to be the most bewitching and mysterious of gems
It sounds like it is perfectly suited just for her.
3 Year Anniversary Gifts for Her
21. Pearl Necklace
Say I love you with class. Nothing has the feel of pearls. This dainty necklace is a piece of jewelry she will wear for years and years.
Delight the woman of your dreams with a gift of your traditional anniversary stone – pearls. You will be happy you did.
22. Flowers for Her
Flowers make any occasion memorable. A gift of flowers can express the fact that she is so very special to you. After all, what woman doesn’t want to feel that way?
When you give her flowers, they say a lot about your feelings without you saying a word. Flowers are a gift that she always welcomes.
23. Sunflower Stud Earrings
These Sunflower Stud Earrings perfectly convey the third anniversary floral theme, and in the most beautiful way: Inspired by Van Gogh’s famous Sunflowers painting. When you want to give your whimsical, beautiful, art-loving spouse a gift with layers of meaning, jewelry like this will go a long way in showing your thoughtfulness and care.
24. Photo Music Box
With over two dozen tunes to choose from, this hand-made music box is a must-have gift. In addition, you can place your favorite photo inside of the lid – Your sweetheart will enjoy your thoughtfulness.
Designed with a Japanese wind-up mechanism, it has and protection from over-winding. This music box plays even when it’s closed.
25. Candles
From the German words fern (far) + Weh (pain). Literally translated, it means a longing for faraway places.
These candles will take you on a journey without ever leaving home. Take a trip to the Cascade Mountains in the Pacific Northwest or go for a longer break in a Mediterranean garden.
These soy candles are hand-poured in small batches in the US and burn from 60-110 hours, depending on the size you order.
3rd Anniversary Gifts for Him
26. Engraved Pocket Knife
Every man should have a nice, solid knife. The solid rosewood grips on the handle of this knife are elegant and durable. The large blade flips open and locks securely in place. The thumb actuated release unlocks the blade for closing into the handle.
You can personalize this knife with your husband’s name, your anniversary date, or a short message.
This is a gift he will carry with him daily.
27. Personalized Holder
This wooden phone docking station is a great organizer. Your husband can place his keys, wallet, glasses, phone, and other trinkets on this personalized gift.
This stand is a good solution to keep his daily items organized and easy to find. It will fit nicely on a dresser or desk top.
28. Beer Club
Each month your husband will receive 12 full-sized bottles of hard-to-find, premium-quality craft beers from boutique breweries across the country.
Your husband will enjoy coming home to you and a tasty craft beer!
Interested? Check out our review!
29. Personalized Leather Mat
This handmade personalized desk mat is a great addition to his office. The custom desk pad is handmade from classic distressed leather. This leather is strong and durable so that it will last a long time.
This mat can be personalized in any way you decide – initials, names, or dates. And you can also choose from eight colors.
His new desk mat will add a touch of class and style to his desk!
30. Custom Barrel
Our solid oak wood barrel is finished with a medium toast. It is perfect for home brewing his own barrel-aged Scotch Whiskey reserve.
Have your husband’s distillery name, and date established engraved on the label.
This barrel is built from solid wood and metal hoops. The set includes a spigot and bung.
3 Year Anniversary Gifts for Couples
31. Personalized Leather Beverage Sleeve
Mr. and Mrs. can coolers is a cute way to celebrate your love.
These hand-made sleeves are made from vegan faux leather and are stain and water-resistant. In addition, there are a variety of colors to choose from.
Here’s to keeping your drinks cold and your love hot. Cheers!
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32. Personalized Family Plaque
I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me – Philippians 4:13; this is a beautiful promise from the scriptures and a fantastic blessing over your family.
You can pass this personalized sign down through your family for generations to come.
Share your testimony to the empowering grace of Jesus.
33. Personalized Cutting Board
Have your family name proudly displayed on this useful gift! The gorgeous, all-wood board measures 18″ x 12″ and is crafted from solid bamboo.
This is a gift that is sure to be used often and used for years!
34. Vacation Package
Tinggly has the best experience gifts for couples all wrapped up in one great gift box. You give a choice; they choose one amazing experience.
Offer your loved ones a getaway they will never forget. They can choose from local travel to a trip across the globe. From ghost hunting to rock climbing and everything in between – this is a gift sure to delight them!
Here’s how it works:
- You purchase a gift package, which is essentially a gift card for the experience of their choice
- Prices range from (give or take) under a hundred bucks up to about $300
- They redeem for whatever adventure they choose, which could be rock climbing at a nearby gym, a wine tour within easy road trip distance or snorkeling in Hawaii/Mexico/Florida Keys (they’d just need to get themselves there)
35. Leather Travel Bartender Kit
This leather travel bartender kit is an anniversary gift that draws the two of you together, promising many sweet (and romantic) evenings enjoying a favorite drink together. Yet it also looks outward, as you both share the joys of entertaining and hospitality and opening your home to friends and family over cocktails.
The set includes a lovely leather tote bag, cocktail tins, jigger, muddler, lemon squeezer and zester, and much more.
Unique Third Anniversary Gifts
36. Portrait Painting
Artist Mary Ann Simmons is an expert in her field. She will take your favorite picture and turn it into a priceless work of art.
There is a story in every picture, and you can choose to have your story on display for everyone to see.
A water-color portrait is a stunning purchase that is sure to warm your hearts.
37. Engraved House Portrait
This engraved house portrait is made from Alder wood and is a wonderful gift for the first-time homeowner.
Available in multiple sizes and you can have the backside engraved with a sweet personal message that will always be a reminder of the love you share.
A nice accessory for your entryway, living room, or den.
38. Soulmate Sculpture
This exquisite “lovers kissing” statue is the consummate way to show your significant other how you feel.
Made from polyresin and painted bronze, it will be a splendid addition to any decor. This is a gift that you both will treasure for years and years to come.
39. Engraved Mug
You’re both still filling the kitchen with all the necessities of living together: why not add in a set of custom engraved mugs?
You and your sweetheart will love sipping hot tea, cool lemonade, creamy coffee, or a frothy brewski, out of these charming glasses!
Do you both love coffee? Here are some more gift ideas: 20 Creative Coffee Bar Décor Ideas
40. Engraved Moon Lamp
Show him/her that you love them to the moon and back with this customized romantic gift.
This charming light is sure to delight the happy couple and create a romantic atmosphere anywhere. The lamp features 16 color changes to match any mood.
Now that you have looked over our extensive list of gifts, which one (or ones) have you decided to get? Maybe you need to look them over again – that’s ok, take your time!
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