What are some creative tin anniversary ideas?

If you’d rather look to experiences instead of physical gifts, there are still plenty of clever options for celebrating a tin anniversary. Opperman suggests a new set of cookware if your partner loves to cook, paired with an experience. “Purchase all new cookware for them, but don't just stop there,” she says. “Instead, make it a date night and use the cookware for cooking a special dinner. Your spouse will appreciate all the effort you put into it.” Another great idea? A weekend getaway is always a wonderful surprise. “Commemorate that trip with photos put into a tin frame,” says Opperman. “Better yet, purchase a new (aluminum or tin) suitcase for your spouse, pack their suitcase up, and go away for the weekend!”

Do I have to follow the traditional etiquette for an anniversary gift?

While the traditional gift symbol for celebrating a 10th-anniversary is tin, that certainly doesn’t mean it’s the only option. It’s all about finding a gift that your partner will love and making the experience your own. Consider looking to aluminum or silver for items that resemble tin, or opt for something off-theme entirely. “Feel free to reference these traditions and use them as guidance; however, you do not need to take the conventional route,” says Opperman. “What matters most is the love for your spouse and the thought you put into it.”

The 15 Best Tin Anniversary Gifts

A collage of tin anniversary gifts for 10th anniversary we recommend on a colorful background — Brides / Kristin Kempa

Cheers to a decade of married life! While every wedding anniversary is a momentous occasion, your 10th year of marriage is a particularly major milestone. A decade is a long time to share a life together—and certainly something worth celebrating.

While the modern gift for the 10th-anniversary is diamonds, the traditional 10th-anniversary gift is tin. This material is the perfect symbol to represent the durability and flexibility of your bond together as a couple. After all, it can certainly be bent, but it can’t be broken. So, if you’re hoping to stick with the traditional theme and select a tin gift, you’re in luck. Tin is incredibly versatile, providing the ideal base for a variety of clever gifts.

From personalized mementos to unique art pieces and even something for foodies, we've researched far and wide to find the best gift options available online. Plus, we chatted with Mara Opperman, a relationship etiquette expert and co-founder of Louped, for her input and insight. We narrowed down our top picks by considering the quality of materials, thoughtfulness, uniqueness, and cost.

Read on for the best tin anniversary gifts.

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What to Look For
FAQ
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10th Anniversary Gift Wedding Song Lyrics on Tin

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Make your tin anniversary extra special with this personalized wall piece. Choose from multiple sizes and then add your first dance song, or any other favorite song you share, to have it printed on the sign. You can even add your names and wedding date, or any other personalization you’d prefer, to make your gift entirely unique. Your partner is sure to shed a few happy tears when they open this gift.

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Who doesn't love a gift you can wear? Keep your partner looking dapper with this customized gift. These handmade collar stays can be customized with your own handwriting and a special message for a gift that's both super romantic and practical. Wrap them up in a box with a bow, or gift them just before heading out the door for your 10th-anniversary date.

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Give the gift of a cherished memory together, but wrap it all up in a frame. Choose a favorite photo and add it to this tin frame featuring hand-punched designs. Each frame is individually crafted by an award-winning metalsmith to make your gift truly special.

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Candles are a no-fail gift option for a reason! You can never go wrong with the gift of a lovely scent. This hand-poured candle is poured into a beautiful, lidded tin container to stay on theme. It’s made with a soy-wax blend and gives off a variety of intoxicating aromas as it burns.

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Keep things light and fun. Allow this set of tin dice to choose your date night activity for your anniversary and beyond. They’re handmade from tin with countless clever date ideas embossed on each for the gift that keeps on giving.

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Stock the home bar while fitting the theme. Your partner will be thrilled to receive a set of small and large shaking tins to make their love for mixology that much more professional. They’re made of durable stainless steel to last for years, while still being lightweight and sturdy to shake the perfect drink.

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This dainty gift is as charming as can be. Made from tin, this handmade keychain can be personalized with your initials and anniversary date to serve as a sweet little reminder of how far you’ve come together. Your partner will think of you and this sweet gesture every time they use their keys.

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For outdoor lovers, this is a wonderful set. Gift your partner these beautiful handmade tin camping mugs with a stunning watercolor design printed on both sides. Pair them with their favorite coffee or tea, or plan a hiking or camping trip to put them to good use.

Louis Sherry Canary 12-Piece Assorted Chocolate Truffle Tin

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You can certainly give the gift of tin while incorporating something sweet into the mix! These decadent chocolate truffles come in flavors such as Sicilian Orange and Piedmont Hazelnut for the perfect treat. Plus, they’re dressed up in a beautiful vintage-inspired tin. Wrap them up as a gift or share the tin paired with a bottle of red wine.

10thAnniversaryGifts Tin Anniversary Tin Heart Pendant

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Add a new piece of jewelry to your partner’s collection while following the anniversary theme. This heart-shaped pendant is handmade out of pure tin. It’s cast and then beaten to form the shape, giving each individual pendant its own unique appearance and texture.

Mason Cash In The Forest Set of 3 Cake Tins

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For the baker, gift a vessel to keep their hard work safe and fresh. Or, better yet, fill a tin with delicious treats yourself. This set of cake tins is embossed with woodland designs for an adorable look, complete with tight-locking lids allowing for a variety of uses.

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Commemorate all of the big moments you’ve shared in the past 10 years. This custom piece of wall art allows you to choose from four different sizes and you can customize the piece to feature the locations of where you’ve celebrated major milestones.

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Whether it’s used as a jewelry tray or a catchall, this tin dish will serve as the sweetest way to mark the occasion. You can personalize it with your names, or simply feature the “ten years” stamp on its own. And because the tin used to create each dish is hand beaten, each is entirely unique in design.

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Celebrate your infinite love with a one-of-a-kind piece of artwork. This sign is hand forged and shaped to form the sign of infinity, with distinctive texture throughout. It features a heart, a splash of warm copper, and the option to add the date of your anniversary, making for a thoughtful gift to hang in your home.

10th Wedding Tin Cufflinks Tin and Diamond Cufflinks

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There is no better time to dress up in your best getup than a monumental celebration like this one. Gift a new set of handmade tin cufflinks dotted with two diamonds for just a touch of modern glamor. The unique beaten texture makes them entirely one-of-a-kind, so they're an accessory your partner will cherish and wear for years to come.

What to Look for in Tin Anniversary Gifts

The material

Tin is known as the traditional symbol for a 10th-anniversary. It’s an incredibly durable metal, symbolizing the flexibility you’ve found in your marriage while remaining strong as a couple. While there are a lot of gifts that are made of tin, it's also OK to get creative. You can follow the theme in a number of ways, including wrapping up a gift in decorative tin packaging or choosing an item that looks and feels like tin (stainless steel and aluminum are both readily available).

The modern 10th-anniversary gift is diamonds—by your 10th year of marriage, your relationship is just as beautiful and durable as that sparkling rock. Of course, there are no hard and fast rules that say you have to stick to these themes. They do offer a guideline for shopping, which can make selecting a special gift easier, but the important thing is finding something your partner will love.

Thoughtfulness

No matter if you stick to the traditional tin theme or not, what matters most is that your gift shows how much the last 10 years together mean to you—and how excited you are for the next 10! Therefore, you should look for gifts that accurately reflect the tastes and interests of your spouse. Are they always dressed to impress? Consider a new accessory they can wear for special occasions, such as the 10th Anniversary Gifts Tin Heart Pendant or the Love Georgie Wedding Personalized Collar Stays. Or, you can go the extra sentimental route with a customized and memorable gift, like the West Metal Studio 10th Anniversary Wedding Song Lyrics Sign on Tin.

FAQ

What are some creative tin anniversary ideas?

If you’d rather look to experiences instead of physical gifts, there are still plenty of clever options for celebrating a tin anniversary. Opperman suggests a new set of cookware if your partner loves to cook, paired with an experience. “Purchase all new cookware for them, but don't just stop there,” she says. “Instead, make it a date night and use the cookware for cooking a special dinner. Your spouse will appreciate all the effort you put into it.”
Another great idea? A weekend getaway is always a wonderful surprise. “Commemorate that trip with photos put into a tin frame,” says Opperman. “Better yet, purchase a new (aluminum or tin) suitcase for your spouse, pack their suitcase up, and go away for the weekend!”
Do I have to follow the traditional etiquette for an anniversary gift?

While the traditional gift symbol for celebrating a 10th-anniversary is tin, that certainly doesn’t mean it’s the only option. It’s all about finding a gift that your partner will love and making the experience your own. Consider looking to aluminum or silver for items that resemble tin, or opt for something off-theme entirely. “Feel free to reference these traditions and use them as guidance; however, you do not need to take the conventional route,” says Opperman. “What matters most is the love for your spouse and the thought you put into it.”

Meet the Expert

Mara Opperman is a relationship etiquette expert and the co-founder of Louped, an online jewelry and diamond marketplace.

Why Trust Brides

Brides contributor Molly Allen is a former small business owner with years of experience in the lifestyle and wedding industries, with a focus on parties, entertaining, food, and beverage. She is dedicated to searching for high-quality, beautiful and unique products that will bring a smile to any recipient’s face.