Ultimate Guide to Choosing the Best 14th Year Wedding Anniversary Gift

The 14th year wedding anniversary is a wonderful milestone to commemorate the journey of love and partnership that you have shared with your significant other. It’s an occasion that deserves a unique celebration. Rekindling the romance and cherishing the unforgettable memories built together.

In this guide, we will dive into the symbols associated with the 14th year wedding anniversary, including traditional, modern, gemstone, and the appropriate flower, helping you create a celebration that you and your partner will never forget.

Traditional 14th Wedding Anniversary Symbol: Ivory

For centuries, the 14th year wedding anniversary has been symbolised by ivory — representing the beauty, strength, and purity of love.

14th year wedding anniversary is traditionally Ivory

However, due to the ethical concerns associated with using real ivory, the modern world has adopted creative and sustainable alternatives to honour this tradition. It used to be legal to buy Ivory as long as it was worked before 1940 however this has finally also been banned in the UK.

Instead of real ivory, consider:

  • Faux ivory gifts: Accessories, jewellery, or decorative items crafted from faux ivory or a similar material like bone, tagua nuts, or celluloid. These can retain the appearance of classical ivory while being eco-friendly and cruelty-free.
  • Ivory-coloured gifts: Give a nod to the traditional ivory symbol with items in an ivory hue, such as home décor, clothing, or linen for an elegant and meaningful touch.
  • We’ve seen a trend in Elephant related gifts for this anniversary, obviously because of their ivory tusks

Modern 14th Anniversary Symbol: Gold Jewellery

Gold Jewellery 14th year wedding anniversary

The modern symbol of the 14th wedding anniversary is gold jewellery—a timeless, versatile, and elegant choice that is perfect for commemorating your love. There are endless options available when it comes to gold jewellery:

  • Necklaces: A gold pendant, locket, or necklace makes for a beautiful and memorable gift, symbolising the connection and love shared between you and your partner.
  • Bracelets and rings: Consider matching gold bracelets or rings to represent your union and commitment to one another.
  • Personalised jewellery: If you want to make your gift even more special, opt for gold jewellery personalised with your initials, wedding date, or a meaningful quote or phrase.

14th Year Wedding Anniversary Gemstone: Moss Agate

14th Year Anniversary Gemstone - moss agate

This is a beautiful and stunning stone that makes for an excellent gift. Moss agate is often used in jewellery because of its beautiful colours, which range from light green to dark brown or black.

Moss agate is also known for its healing properties, which can help bring peace and harmony into your relationship.

Appropriate Flower for the 14th Anniversary: Dahlia

14 year anniversary flower

The dahlia, a flower that represents love, commitment, and inner strength, is the official flower for celebrating a 14th year wedding anniversary. Gift your partner with:

  • A bouquet of dahlias: A colourful bouquet of dahlias is a stunning way to symbolise your love and devotion. Choose colours that hold a special meaning for both of you or opt for a mix of shades in the bouquet for a vibrant effect.
  • Dahlia-themed gifts: If you want to extend the floral theme beyond a bouquet, you can consider gifting dahlia-themed items such as clothing, prints, or stationery, that capture the essence of these magnificent blooms.

How to Celebrate Your 14th Year Wedding Anniversary

Celebrate 14 glorious years of love, compassion and togetherness in style. The 14th year wedding anniversary, symbolised by ivory, gold jewellery, Moss Agate and dahlias, offers countless unique and exciting ways to commemorate your love story. Whether you have an extravagant budget or are looking for something more cosy and intimate, this guide is packed full of creative ideas to make your 14th wedding anniversary unforgettable.

Venture on an Elephant Safari

Elephants in the Serengeti in Tanzania. An unforgettable 14th Wedding Anniversary adventure.

Symbolically associated with the traditional 14th-anniversary gift of ivory, an elephant safari can be a thrilling and unforgettable experience for couples seeking an adventurous celebration.

You could plan a trip to Africa’s magnificent game reserves, like the Maasai Mara in Kenya or the Serengeti in Tanzania. Spend days exploring the wild, witnessing the majestic elephants in their natural habitat and nights beneath the star-lit skies, creating lifelong memories.

Aside from the prominent connection with your anniversary’s traditional symbol, such an adventure allows you to contribute to various conservation initiatives put in place to protect these magnificent creatures.

Luxury Gold-Inspired Vacation

As the modern symbol for this anniversary is gold jewellery, why not indulge in a luxurious getaway to a destination associated with gold? Dubai, often known as the “City of Gold,” offers a world-class experience where you can tour the Gold Souk, stay in palatial gold-accented hotel suits, and dine at opulent gold-themed restaurants. It’s a grand way to keep the ‘shine’ in your relationship.

Visit to the Local Zoo

A simpler, yet meaningful alternative to an elephant safari is visiting a local zoo or sanctuary with elephants. Witnessing these creatures up-close in a supportive and caring environment can be both exciting and educational.

Most zoos host talks and presentations offering insightful information about the elephants and the conservation efforts they employ. Some even have arrangements for feeding or bathing the elephants, making your anniversary special and respectful to the noble elephant.

Bank the Gold for a DIY Day

If an extravagant gold-themed trip is not on the cards, go the DIY way! Make your day shine by integrating the theme of ‘gold’ at home. Consider cooking a lavish golden-toned meal together with ingredients like saffron rice, golden roast chicken, or corn on the cob.

You can also create personalised gold jewellery at home. All you need is a jewellery-making kit, and you can spend the day handcrafting necklaces or bracelets with golden beads or charms that carry personal significance.

The 14th year wedding anniversary facts & figures

14 years of marriage facts and figures

This year (2024) to be celebrating your 14th Anniversary you would have married in 2010.

On the 14th anniversary of your marriage you would have been married for

  • 5,100 days or
  • 122,640 hours or
  • 7,358,400 minutes or
  • over 441 million seconds!

(Check out our Marriage Calculator to see how long you’ve be married today.)

During this time you would have shared, on average, over  38,000 hours of snuggle time (sleeping!) or over 4 years; assuming you don’t work together you’ve been apart for over 29,000 hours which is about 3 ½ years and you would have had over 10,000 meals together which equates to approximately 265 days of continuous eating!

14th Anniversary Greeting Cards

We’ve a great range of 14th Anniversary greeting cards all with free standard UK delivery. Next Day delivery is also available on stock items.

Things to Say in a Fourteenth Anniversary Greeting Card

The following salutations will hopefully inspire you to write the perfect message in your greeting card. If the card is for your spouse, we’ve more in our Romantic and sweet things to write in a greeting card blog post.

  1. To the glow in my heart that shines as bright as gold, Happy 14th Anniversary. May our love continue to be as timeless as this precious metal.
  2. To my precious Ivory, Happy 14th Anniversary! Just like ivory, you have added touch of grace and elegance to my life.
  3. Blooming like a Dahlia, our love will forever be radiant, passionate, and strong. Happy 14th year of togetherness my love.
  4. 14 years down the lane, and my love for you continues to shine brighter than the most exquisite gold jewellery. Happy Anniversary!
  5. Our bond is as strong and ethereal as ivory, as lustrous and timeless as gold. Happy 14th Anniversary, darling!
  6. Just as a Dahlia grows and reaches towards the sun, our love has grown and reached new heights over the last 14 years. Here’s to many more years of blossoming love!
  7. Elated by the gentle strength of your bond, equitable to the noble ivory, we celebrate your Fourteenth Anniversary. Herein, I extend the most earnest felicitations.
  8. This Fourteenth Anniversary is a testament to an understanding and love as rare and beautiful as the finest piece of ivory. Godspeed on your continued journey of love.
  9. As the serene hue of ivory enlightens and uplifts, so does your marital bond bring joy and warmth. Join in felicitations on your exquisite Fourteenth Anniversary.
  10. In observing your Fourteenth Anniversary, I am reminded of ivory’s grand allure. May the grace and elegance of this noble symbol continue to illuminate your shared journey.
  11. Cheers to your Fourteenth Anniversary, my dear companions! Your union is akin to ivory—resilient, lustrous, and full of profound beauty. Many happy returns!
  12. As ivory communicates a unique blend of strength and beauty, your shared journey of fourteen years portrays a similar narrative. A delightful Fourteenth Anniversary to you!
  13. Celebrating your Fourteenth Year of unity, your love has been polished by time into something as gorgeous and exceptional as the most splendid ivory. Many happy returns!
  14. Your love, true and enduring, mirrors the character of ivory. On this festive occasion of your Fourteenth Anniversary, I wish you endless joy and shared happiness.

14th Year Wedding anniversary Gift Ideas

14th Year Wedding Anniversary Frequently Asked Questions

What is the 14th Wedding Anniversary Called in the UK?

The 14th wedding anniversary is called the Ivory Anniversary. The anniversary is named after the traditional symbol associated with the anniversary year. In the US they also call it the Ivory Anniversary, for all the details check out our 14th Anniversary page on our USA site

What is the symbol for 14 years of marriage?

Ivory is the traditional 14th Anniversary Symbol.

What is the anniversary stone for 14 years?

Moss Agate is the gemstone for the 14th year anniversary.

What is the colour for the 14th wedding anniversary?

Ivory is the colour associated with this year’s anniversary. See our Etiquette Anniversary Colours for other years.

14th Year Wedding Anniversary Final Thoughts

Now that you have learned about the symbols associated with the 14th year wedding anniversary, it’s time to create an unforgettable celebration with your partner. Take inspiration from the traditional, modern, gemstone, and flower symbols to find the perfect anniversary gift and create cherished memories that will last a lifetime. Happy 14th anniversary!

Please see out 14th Anniversary Gifts page for our full range of gift ideas.  We’ve more gift ideas and suggestions in our blog post on 14th wedding anniversary gift ideas

Last year’s details are available here: 13th Anniversary Ideas for next year’s details see here: 15th Anniversary Ideas

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