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The Best 5-Year Anniversary Gifts to Symbolize the Strength of Your Union

Think wood, sapphires, daisies and silverware to mark your half decade.

By Christina Montoya Fiedler and Cailey Lindberg
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Once you've made it to your fifth year of marriage, things are likely feeling pretty stable. Wood is the traditional anniversary gift for this year, symbolizing strength, stability and the fact that your love will only grow stronger with time.

When it comes to celebrating half a decade together, choosing the right wedding anniversary gift is important. That's where we come in. Our gift experts have gathered dozens of the best five-year anniversary gifts, so get ready for some major gift-giving inspiration, whether you're shopping for your husband or browsing for your wife.

5th Anniversary Symbols

  • Traditional: Wood
  • Modern: Silverware
  • Gem: Sapphire
  • Flower: Daisies
  • Colors: Blue and pink

If wood feels, well, boring, don't stress — on this list you'll find plenty of unique and creative wood products that still give a nod to tradition. We've also gathered all manner of modern and unique items too, like daisy-inspired gifts, sleek silverware and affordable sapphire jewelry so you can give your spouse a romantic gift that won't break the bank. And if you're looking to get a head start on next year, check out our guide to the best sixth anniversary gifts.

Traditional Gifts

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Wooden Music Box

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Bring a bit of nostalgia to your house with an old-fashioned wooden music box. There are multiple designs to choose from, including one that features Carl and Ellie from Up.

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Personalized Cutting Board

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Personalized Cutting Board

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Highly rated on Amazon, this personalized cutting board makes a thoughtful five-year anniversary gift for any home cook. Made of solid walnut or maple, it's a keepsake that'll last for years to come.

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100 Dates Scratch-Off Poster

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100 Dates Scratch-Off Poster

Date nights will never feel played out with this scratch-off poster. It features 100 creative date ideas so you'll never run out (at least until your next anniversary). The price doesn't include a frame — but if you place it in a wooden one, you can give a nod to the fifth year tradition.

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Ring Dish

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Ring Dish

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Give him a safe place to stash his wedding ring with this walnut wood dish. "Perfect little wood gift for 5th anniversary!" one Amazon reviewer wrote.

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Personalized Tree Wood Carving

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Personalized Tree Wood Carving

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Instead of carving your initials into a real tree, gift this keepsake you can keep inside your home. These personalized pieces are made in Dallas from Baltic birchwood and you can choose from three colors: navy, teal or white.

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Farmhouse Wooden Candle Holders

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Farmhouse Wooden Candle Holders

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This set of three handcrafted candle holders is made from solid mango wood for a sturdy base. The varied heights will make for an eye-catching dining table or entryway display.

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Nordic-Style Wood Cup

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Nordic-Style Wood Cup

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Toast your anniversary with hot beverages in these one-of-a-kind handcrafted wooden mugs. The unique shape makes them easy to handle while keeping your drinks at the optimal temperature.

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Engraved Pocket Knife

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Engraved Pocket Knife

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Go a step beyond his well-used pocket knife with one that's inspired by five-year anniversaries. "I love this knife it’s strong and always reminds me of my wife," one husband wrote on Amazon.

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Carved Wood Vase

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Carved Wood Vase

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Buy her a bouquet of anniversary flowers, then arrange them in this modern wooden vase. (Even without flowers, it makes a big impact on any table or mantel!)

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Willow Tree Warm Embrace Figure

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Willow Tree Warm Embrace Figure

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Each Willow Tree figure from famed artist Susan Lordi is hand-painted and comes with a sentimental card for the recipient. There are many figures to choose from, including brides and couples.

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Deluxe Wood Scrabble Set

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Deluxe Wood Scrabble Set

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Up your game night with this deluxe version of Scrabble, which comes with a sturdy, rotating wooden board that opens up to store all the pieces. It can also be personalized with a name plate for an additional charge.

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Wooden Bow Tie Set

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Wooden Bow Tie Set

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He can show off his five-year status at the next wedding you attend with this wooden accessories set. It comes with a wooden bow tie and matching cufflinks, plus a coordinating pocket square. (You can choose from multiple wood grains and pocket square patterns.)

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Yard Dominoes

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Yard Dominoes

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The couple that plays together, stays together. Pass the time with a fun, portable game of oversized yard dominoes, meant to be played outside in a park or at the beach.

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Sandalwood Rings

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Sandalwood Rings

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Your wedding band will always be special, but these handcrafted sandalwood rings are another way to say, "I love you." They come in three finishes, so you can choose how dark you'd like the wood.

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Wooden Guitar Pick Box

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Wooden Guitar Pick Box

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If your partner loves to play guitar, gift them a beautiful guitar pick box so they always have one within reach. It's made with real wood, and each one even has a small heart engraved on the bottom (the creators say to rub it for luck).

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Handmade Wood Napkin Ring Set

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Handmade Wood Napkin Ring Set

When you set out your anniversary or any other special dinner, make each place setting special with the addition of this set of four wood napkin rings.

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Wooden Recipe Box

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Wooden Recipe Box

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Keep all of your recipes organized in this wooden recipe box and start a collection that can be passed down to future generations. This one comes with 60 blank recipe cards and 24 dividers.

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Cremo Beard Brush With Wooden Handle

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Step up your partner's grooming game with a Creamo beard brush. The natural wood handle fits perfectly in his hand and the boar bristles are great for styling and shaping.

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Wine Barrel Watch

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Wine Barrel Watch

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Aspiring sommeliers will love this one-of-a-kind watch made from recycled French and Australian oak wine barrels. The wood is combined with stainless steel links for a timepiece that's as sturdy as it is fashionable.

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Christina Montoya Fiedler

Christina Montoya Fiedler is a Los Angeles-based freelancer with over 15 years of experience writing for online publications. Her work can be seen in Good Housekeeping and Woman's Day, where she covers everything from gift guides to personal essays. She holds a B.A. in English from Chapman University and is working toward her Early Childhood Education teaching credentials.

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Cailey Lindberg (she/her) is a writer and editor with over a decade of experience covering products, lifestyle, entertainment and food. Before joining Good Housekeeping in 2022, she was a staff writer at USA Today's shopping network, Reviewed.com. 

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