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The 20th anniversary is a milestone in marriage that warrants a celebration. The traditional gift for a 20th anniversary is typically fine china or platinum. While these may seem like more feminine trends and options, you can easily put a spin on these classic gifts to make them appropriate for your husband as well. Use his interests and hobbies to help inspire ideas that can incorporate the china and platinum themes. If nothing associated with platinum or fine china seems to suit him and his interests, choose a theme of the number 20 to choose an appropriate anniversary gift. - A platinum watch or pocket watch is a luxurious gift idea that is both appropriate for a man as well as fitting for a milestone such as 20 years of marriage. Engrave the watch with your anniversary date for a personal touch. For a less extravagant but still elegant option, consider a platinum tie tack, money clip or cuff links. These can be engraved for an added touch as well.
- For a man that enjoys an occasional cigar or beer, consider purchasing some coasters made of china or an ash tray comprised of china. Be sure to choose a pattern that is as masculine as possible, avoid floral patterns and pastel colors. This will likely be a very unique and interesting gift for your husband and one that will continuously remind him of your many years of marriage.
- Play off the idea of china as a traditional gift and arrange a surprise trip to China. You and your husband can create many new memories on this second honeymoon and can add photos atop the Great Wall of China to your albums. Two decades of marriage warrants an extravagant celebration which translates well into a trip where the two of you can experience a land never before seen together as well as spend some quality time with each other.
- To incorporate a simple theme of 20 years spent together, choose one broad interest or hobby your husband has, or a gift that translates well into multiple items. For example, if your husband enjoys bowling, get him a gift certificate for 20 visits to the bowling alley. If he is a golfer, try 20 golf balls. If he is a lover of chocolate, consider 20 chocolate covered strawberries or 20 homemade doughnuts. For the gambling enthusiast, try 20 scratch tickets or lottery tickets. Use your husband as inspiration and stun him with the sheer volume of your gift.
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