Top of the 20th wedding anniversary present ideas is china, because it’s the traditional gift theme for the 20 year anniversary. AND, it’s one of the modern/ contemporary gift options too!

The choice of china for wedding anniversary presents might not be the most obvious to most people. In fact, you’re probably thinking “china? Oh that helps no end!”. But, before you rush out to buy a new dinner service and run the risk of having it thrown back at you plate by plate, listen to our ideas.
When it comes to china, most people think Wedgewood or Royal Doulton. That’s fine if she’s into china collectibles but, if not, she’s probably not going to appreciate your wall plate, vase or fine figurine.
The truth is, you can use the china theme to buy anything from a bone china mug up. So why not show a nod to tradition by giving her a humorous or loved-up mug, but pop something that’s really going to bowl her over inside? Something like an eternity ring, necklace or bracelet or designer watch. You could even hide the extravagant gift within by filling the mug with chocolates.
If this idea appeals to you then you’ll need the facts on the traditional anniversary jewellery for the 20th wedding anniversary. Emerald is the beautiful green gemstone that marks the 20th year. Rare (and, sadly, expensive) Emerald is also the birthstone for the month of May. If that’s your wife then you just have to get her emerald jewellery this anniversary.
If she doesn’t like emerald, yellow or golden diamonds are the alternative. Don’t confuse yellow with cheap, low-grade off-white white diamonds (m, n, etc). Intensely and genuinely coloured diamonds are very attractive, extremely rare and very, very expensive. Consider, for example, that the 616-carat Kimberley Octahedron — the largest diamond in the world — is yellow! Maybe you can convince her she likes emeralds after all!
Gifts aside, don’t forget the flowers. And, the customary anniversary flower for the 20th wedding anniversary is The Day Lily. It’s ideal for celebrating a 20th wedding anniversary, because it signifies the hope and enthusiasm a couple still have for each other — even after two decades!