What does a 20th wedding anniversary represent?

A 20th wedding anniversary represents the serious commitment that spouses have made to a lifetime of marriage. The milestone is meant to be celebrated not just between the married couple but with families and loved ones as well.

Meant to symbolize the elegance, beauty and delicate nature of the marriage over two decades, china is the traditional gift given to celebrating couples. The more modern gift of platinum represents strength and stability. The emerald is the trademark of the 20th year and is the most popular gemstone set in jewelry. The daylily is the 20th anniversary flower and is often gifted in bouquets of 20.