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13th Anniversary Present Facts:-
- Traditional Gift: Lace
- Modern/ Contemporary Gift: Textile and Fur
- Flower: Hollyhock
- Gemstone: Moonstone, Malachite and Citrine
Celebrate your 13th wedding anniversary in style and lay to rest all superstitions surrounding the number 13!
You are a lucky guy to have enjoyed wedded bliss for so many years given the times that we live in.
The theme of lace repeats itself in the thirteenth year, this time as a traditional gift. How about a lovely lace tablecloth? Textiles and fur items can be your modern take on anniversary gifts. She would love an exquisitely woven Persian rug for the living room, thrown in front of the fireplace, and where you can cosy up on winter nights.
Hollyhock / Hollyhock – the 13th Anniversary Flower
Native to southwest and central Asia, hollyhocks are extremely popular as garden ornamental plants. They come in vivid colours like mauve, pink or yellow and make for an unusual but gorgeous bouquet.
Hollyhocks derive their name from an old English saying which means ‘Holy Flower’ and have even been discovered in Stone Age burial sites.
The hollyhock symbolises fertility and abundance.
These flowers were popular even during ancient Roman times and were commonly used as ornamental add-ons to Roman gardens.
Yes, we know, being a passionate animal lover, she abhors the very idea of wearing fur. But, there are plenty of fake furs available who do the job just as well, besides being easy on her conscience!
A spray of hollyhocks in brilliant hues would make a delightful centrepiece or could brighten a cosy niche in the living room.
The three gemstones associated with this year come packed with powerful attributes.
13th Anniversary Jewellery – Malachite, Moonstone and Citrine
Malachite is a beautiful green, translucent-to-opaque stone that derives its name from Greek word ‘malakos’ meaning ’soft’. Ranging from a very light green to almost deep green, this stone has been around since 4000 BC and was hugely popular among the ancient Egyptians.
Malachite is a symbol for regeneration, growth and protection.
In crystal healing, malachite is believed to be a powerful stone to get rid of past traumas and negative emotional patterns.
Moonstone is a beautiful gemstone, surrounded by a lot of mystique due to its striking resemblance to the moon. In Arabic cultures, the moonstone is considered as a symbol of fertility. The Romans thought the moonstone was formed by moonlight and used it in their jewellery and talismans.
Wearing a moonstone is said to increase wisdom and flexibility. It is a protective stone for women and children and attracts good fortune.
Citrine Citrine is a beautiful and translucent gemstone that strongly resembles the golden topaz. Named citrine due to its lemon-yellow colour, the citrine dates back to the Hellenistic period in Greece (end of the 4th to the end of the 1st century BC).
This beautiful gemstone symbolises light-heartedness, joy and happiness. Worn as a protective talisman since ancient times, citrine is also considered to be a powerful cleanser. Crystal therapy uses the citrine for the treatment of depression and for eliminating self-destructive tendencies.
Give her a polished moonstone key ring charm so that she remembers you every time she pulls out her keys. Citrine is said to be a wonderful cleanser and is great for overall emotional well-being. So you could opt for good-luck charm bracelets that have these stones.
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