Celebrate Your 17th Year Wedding Anniversary in Style: Ideas and Symbolism

Searching for the perfect way to make your 17th year wedding anniversary one to remember? Our comprehensive guide delves into the symbolism behind this remarkable occasion. Provides unique gift suggestions, and offers thoughtful advice on how to celebrate.

Understanding the Symbolism of the 17th Year Wedding Anniversary

Like anything worthwhile in life, marriage is a journey with various stages. Though each moment is special in its own right, the 17th Year Wedding Anniversary holds particular significance. Representing a mature and well-established bond, carefully cultivated over the years.

Indeed, this is the point where a couple has navigated through the tumultuous waters of the earlier years and now enters a comforting steadiness. It is a period to consolidate the shared experiences, cherished memories, and the countless intricacies that make up your love story.

The Importance of a 17th Wedding Anniversary

Every anniversary is a beautiful milestone, but the 17th Year Wedding Anniversary marks an incredible journey together. One that has gathered wisdom and experience from 17 years of laughter, joy, heartache, and growth. This is an opportunity to honour what you’ve built, celebrate your unique bond. Look forward to the wonderful years that lie ahead.

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Symbols: Furniture, Citrine, and Amethyst

The essence of this special celebration can be found in its unique symbols – Furniture for the modern gift, and Citrine or Amethyst as gemstone gifts.

Furniture serves as a symbol for the comfort, safety, and warmth of your shared dwelling – a testament to the beautiful home you have created over these 17 years, filled with memories in every nook and cranny. It signifies the stability and permanence of a marriage, indicating a solid and lasting relationship.

On the other hand, Citrine and Amethyst, each carry their own meanings. Citrine, known as the ‘Success Stone’, is believed to ignite will power and imagination, boasting properties of prosperity, growth, and success. Similarly, Amethyst symbolises calmness, balance, and peace. Together, they represent the harmony between growth and tranquillity in a long-term marriage.

Ways to Celebrate the 17th Wedding Anniversary

Your celebration can take any form, from an intimate soirée to a delightful day out or a relaxed evening at home, surrounded by your treasured furniture pieces as you look back on shared memories.

17th Year Wedding Anniversary Gifts Guide

Navigating through gift options can be daunting, but we’re here to help with some thoughtful ideas.

Traditional Wedding Anniversary gifts list: No symbol listed

Whilst the traditional list does not mention a symbol for the 17th anniversary, celebrating with a nod towards a custom or tradition you’ve developed over the years is equally special.

Modern Wedding Anniversary gifts list: Furniture

From furnishing a cosy reading nook to revitalising your outdoor patio, furniture gifts are both practical and stylish, symbolising the warmth and comfort of your love.

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Gemstone gifts: Citrine, Amethyst or Opal

Gifting jewellery featuring Citrine, Amethyst or Opal presents a beautiful way to mark your special day. These gemstones hold unique symbolism relating to your 17-year marital journey.

Lots of folklore and traditions surround gemstones.

Citrine

Citrine is believed by some to diminish self-destructive tendencies by raising self-esteem and provide good for overall emotional well-being and helps strengthen the immune system. It is classed as a stone of abundance and is often placed in the money corner of a feng-shui’d house.

Amethyst

Amethyst is a form of quartz with a beautiful purple or violet hue. This gemstone takes its name from a Greek word (amethystos) that refers to its supposed powers of counteracting the effects of wine fumes when worn (and hence also prevents drunkenness.) It was believed to have a calming or soothing effect, and when brought near poisoned food it was said to lose its brightness. It is used in crystal therapy as a very powerful aid to creative thinking, spiritual awareness and healing. Amethyst is said to soothe and clam the mind, raise the spirit and protect against negative vibrations.

Amethyst is the birthstone for the zodiac sign of Aquarius as well as the jewel associated with St Valentine and the month of February. Apparently it is best worn on a Thursday and luckiest for blondes or those with fair complexion.

Blue Opal Pendant on Silver Diamond-cut Chain

Opal

Opal is a unique gemstone, renowned for its mesmerising play-of-colour. Its formation involves silica and water, resulting in countless microscopic spheres that diffract light, causing its beautiful multicoloured effect. Valued for centuries, opals symbolise creativity, faithfulness, and protection.

Opal folklore is rich in tales, carrying diverse beliefs and symbolisms. Ancient Greeks considered opals to bestow prophetic powers and protection from disease. Romans saw them as symbols of hope and love. Aboriginal Australians believed opals embodied their ancestors’ spirits and that they could protect from evil. Opal is also the birthstone of October

17th year wedding anniversary facts and figures

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This year (2024) to be celebrating your 17th Anniversary you would have married in 2007.

On the anniversary of your wedding you would have been married for about

  • 6,205 days (this is dependent upon when leap years have occurred) or
  • 148,920 hours or
  • 8,935,200 minutes which is
  • over ½ billion seconds. (536,112,000 seconds approx.)

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

During this time you would have shared, on average, over 46,538 hours of snuggle time (sleeping!) or 1,939 days which equates to about 5 years 4 months in bed!

Assuming you don’t work together you’ve been apart for over 35,945 hours (1,498 days) or approximately 4 continuous years.

During this time you would have shared over 13,500 meals together which equates to approximately 7,884 hours of continuous eating!

To gain insights into marriage statistics specific to the year you got married, the Office of National Statistics offers comprehensive information, which includes the number of marriages conducted in 2007.

17th Wedding Anniversary Greeting Cards

Recording The Milestone: 17th year wedding anniversary Quotes and Wishes

The following suggestions will hopefully inspire you to write the perfect message in your seventeenth-anniversary 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. Happy 17th Anniversary! Here’s to another year filled with love, understanding, and companionship.
  2. Cheers to 17 years well spent and many more to come. Wishing you a Happy Wedding Anniversary!
  3. May your love continue to bloom like it has over the past 17 years. Happy Anniversary!
  4. Wishing you both a day filled with warmth and love on your 17th wedding anniversary. May you continue to live a full and joyous life together for many more years to come.
  5. Through the years, your journey as a couple is a testament of love, respect, and mutual understanding. Happy 17th Anniversary, and here’s to many more!
  6. No one does marriage as impeccably as you two. Happy 17th, and may this special bond grow forever stronger!
  7. Another year of beautiful moments together. Another year of precious memories. Another year of experience in love and togetherness. Happy 17th Anniversary!
  8. Congratulations on another wonderful year of falling in love with each other. Happy 17th Anniversary!
  9. Happy 17th Anniversary! You two make it look so easy. Here’s to love, laughter, and happily ever after.
  10. Like the warmth of a well-loved armchair, may your love provide comfort and strength always. A felicitous 17th anniversary to you both!
  11. Citrine’s bright shine reflects the dazzling brilliance of your marriage. Congratulation on seventeen glowing years together!
  12. Amethyst’s tranquil hues mirror the peace and harmony in your union. Happy 17th Anniversary, my dearest friends!
  13. Unyielding and comforting like bespoke furniture, may your love remain timeless. Celebrating with you on your 17th year of wedded bliss!
  14. Like well-crafted furniture, your love has grown sturdier with time. Rejoice upon your 17th anniversary!
  15. As a gorgeous amethyst holds depth and beauty, your marriage exhibits the same. Congratulations on 17 delightful years together!
  16. Just as the citrine dazzles with golden hues, may your love continue to radiate warmth. Wishing you both a very Happy 17th Anniversary!
  17. Much like selecting a timeless piece of furniture, you’ve chosen to fill your lives with lasting love. Here’s to 17 splendid years of marriage!

Gifting Ideas Based on the 17th Year Wedding Anniversary Symbols

This list of furniture pieces and citrine, amethyst and Opal gemstones is sure to ignite your imagination and help you choose the perfect gift.

Furniture Gift Ideas

  1. Personalised Reading Nook
    Gift your spouse with a cosy nook for their reading pleasures, complete with a comfy armchair, a fluffy blanket, and a chic side table for their beloved books and a cosy cuppa.
  2. Customised Outdoor Patio Set
    Craft an amazing outdoor entertainment area with a top-quality patio furniture set. Aim for durable and weather-resistant materials, like teak or aluminium, that you’ll enjoy for many years.
  3. Versatile Coffee Table
    Choose a functional yet stylish coffee table with added storing options. This practical gift should harmonise with your home décor and offer a space to display your favourite items.
  4. Statement Bar Cart
    Spoil your spouse with a classy bar cart they’ll love. Adapt it to their taste, be it a modern design or a vintage model with detailed touches.
  5. Luxurious Bed Linen Set
    Boost the style and comfort of your bedroom with a luxurious bed linen set. Invest in quality fabrics such as Egyptian cotton or silk, opting for timeless designs that add extra visual interest.

Citrine, Amethyst or Opal Gift Ideas

  1. Citrine Pendant Necklace
    A fabulous citrine pendant necklace is a superb gift choice for her. Find a mininmalistic yet sophisticated design, adaptable to formal or casual occasions.
  2. Citrine or Opal Cufflinks
    Consider stylish citrine or Opal cufflinks for him to add a touch of refinement and personality to his formal attire.
  3. Amethyst or Opal Earrings
    Thrill her with stunning amethyst or opal earrings that highlight her beauty and match her style.
  4. Citrine and Amethyst Ring
    A ring featuring both citrine and amethyst gemstones will strike a perfect balance between growth and tranquillity, symbolising your solid 17-year union.
  5. Amethyst Crystal Home Decor
    Treat your spouse with an amethyst sculpture doubling as a modern work of art, or with an amethyst geode, that are great statement pieces for your home.

17th Year Wedding anniversary Gift Ideas

17th Year Wedding Anniversary Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the 17th Wedding Anniversary Called?

Traditionally, wedding anniversaries are named after the traditional symbol associated with the year. As the 17th Wedding anniversary has no traditional symbol it has no alternate name other than 17th Anniversary.

Why does the 17th Wedding Anniversary have no traditional symbol?

When the Traditional Wedding Anniversary Gift list was finalised (refer to our history section for more information), it was decided that each fifth year after the fifteenth anniversary would be commemorated with a unique symbol. Therefore, the next anniversary with a traditional symbol is the 20th Wedding Anniversary.

What stone is 17 years of Marriage?

Citrine, Amethyst or Opal are the gemstones used to represent the 17th wedding anniversary.

Wrapping Up the 17th year wedding anniversary

Your 17th Year Wedding Anniversary is not merely a date on the calendar, but rather a celebration of love, commitment, and the extraordinary journey that you’ve shared. Whether you choose a piece of furniture, a radiant Citrine or Amethyst gem, or a simple day of celebration, remember that it’s the love and thought behind the gesture that truly encapsulates the meaning of your 17th wedding anniversary.

Take the Leap

Feel inspired to peruse our exquisite selection of traditional, modern, and gemstone gift ideas. Create a memorable 17th Year Wedding Anniversary that’s as unique and special as your journey together. Happy shopping and here’s to a love that knows no bounds!

Please see out 17th Anniversary Gifts page for our full range of gift ideas. Last year’s details are available here: 16th Anniversary Ideas for next year’s details see here: 18th Anniversary Ideas

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