Platinum, no stones0.7mm Platinum Diamond-Cut Cable Chain Bracelet$215
A fine 0.7 mm diamond-cut cable bracelet in platinum: the modern 20th gift, simply.
20th Anniversary Gifts for Your Wife: Platinum and Emerald
The traditional 20th anniversary gift is china, the modern gift is platinum, and emerald is the 20th anniversary gemstone. Jewelry can carry two of the three at once: an emerald set in platinum. Below are 12 platinum and emerald pieces in four budgets. Natural emeralds are often clarity-enhanced, and we say so.
Traditional (US)China20th anniversary. Source: Wikipedia
ModernPlatinumSource: The Knot
Gemstone (GIA)EmeraldAlso the 35th anniversary gemstone. Source: GIA
There is no single authoritative anniversary list. Emerald is the 20th gemstone; the traditional 20th gift is china.
Platinum and emerald 20th anniversary gifts, by budget
Where a piece is offered in platinum, the price shown is for platinum. Emerald is softer than sapphire or diamond and often has natural inclusions, so we favor protective bezel and halo settings.
Under $500
$500 to $1,500: platinum and emerald essentials
- Natural emeraldsNatural Emerald Earrings, Baguette Bezel-Set Studs (4x2mm stone)Platinum · $669
Baguette emeralds in bezels, offered in platinum. Natural emeralds may be clarity-enhanced.
- Platinum, no stones1 mm Curb Chain Necklace in Solid PlatinumFrom $769
A 1 mm curb chain in solid platinum, to wear alone or with a pendant.
- Natural emeraldsNatural Emerald Earrings, Three-Stone StudsPlatinum · $1,169
Three small natural emeralds in each stud; shown in platinum.
- Natural or lab-grown: your choicePetite Diamond Hinged Huggie EarringsPlatinum · $1,359
Diamond huggies in platinum, for every day.
- Natural emeraldSolitaire Natural Emerald NecklacePlatinum · $1,399
The 20th in one piece: a natural emerald solitaire in platinum. May be clarity-enhanced with oil.
$1,500 to $3,000
- Lab-grown emeraldsLab-Grown Emerald Earrings, Emerald-Cut Studs (8x6 mm)Platinum · $2,139
Emerald-cut lab-grown emeralds, 8 x 6 mm, in platinum: the big emerald look.
- Natural emeraldsNatural Emerald Earrings, Round Solitaire Studs (5 mm)From $2,769
5 mm natural emerald solitaire studs with no accent stones. Also offered in platinum.
- Natural emerald, natural diamondsDiamond & Natural Emerald NecklaceFrom $2,859
A natural emerald with natural diamond accents, in 14K gold (no platinum option).
$3,000 and up
- Natural emerald, natural diamondsPear Emerald Necklace with Diamond Chevron (6x4mm)Platinum · From $3,129
A pear-shaped natural emerald under a chevron of natural diamonds, in platinum.
- Natural emeraldsNatural Emerald Earrings, Bezel-Set Studs (5 mm)Platinum · $3,919
5 mm natural emeralds in bezel-set studs, in platinum.
- Natural emerald, natural diamondsBaguette Emerald Necklace on a Diamond BarPlatinum · From $4,879
Baguette-cut natural emeralds set along a bar with natural diamonds, in platinum.
Platinum jewelry for a 20th anniversary
Platinum is a naturally white, dense precious metal that keeps its color without plating. White gold is gold alloyed with white metals and usually rhodium-plated. Neither is silver. Compare the two in our white gold vs platinum guide.
Emerald gifts for the 20th
Emerald is green beryl, 7.5 to 8 on the Mohs scale, and most natural emeralds have inclusions. Natural emeralds are commonly clarity-enhanced with oil or resin, an accepted practice; avoid hot water, steam and ultrasonic cleaners. Lab-grown emerald is real emerald grown in a lab, and is labeled as such. Read more in our emerald guide or browse emerald jewelry.
A ring for the 20th
An emerald ring or a platinum band is a fine 20th gift if you know her size. Rings are made or sized to order and are final sale; see emerald rings, diamond anniversary bands and our ring size chart.
Shipping and returns
- Shipping: every order ships free and fully insured by UPS Ground. Orders of $500 or more ship by complimentary UPS Express, signature required; under $500, UPS Express is $50.
- Timing: in-stock pieces leave us in 2 to 3 business days and most made-to-order pieces in 5 to 10 business days; some designs take 2 to 8 weeks. Each piece shows its own timing before you buy.
- Returns: necklaces, earrings and bracelets can be returned within 30 days of delivery, unworn and in their original condition and packaging, with a prepaid, insured UPS label.
- Final sale: rings are final sale, because every ring is made or sized to the size you choose. Engraved, personalized and special-order pieces are final sale too.
Full details are on our shipping and returns page.
20th anniversary gifts: questions
What is the 20th anniversary gift?
China is the traditional US gift, platinum is the modern gift, and emerald is the 20th anniversary gemstone.
Is emerald the 20th anniversary stone?
Yes. Emerald is the 20th anniversary gemstone on the list GIA publishes, and it is also the 35th. The traditional 20th anniversary gift is china.
Is platinum the same as white gold or silver?
No. Platinum is a naturally white precious metal; white gold is gold alloyed with white metals and usually rhodium-plated; silver is a different, softer metal. We do not sell silver.
Are natural emeralds treated?
Most natural emeralds are clarity-enhanced with oil or resin to improve their appearance, an accepted trade practice. Our product pages note this. Avoid heat, steam and ultrasonic cleaners.
Is an emerald durable enough for daily wear?
Emerald is 7.5 to 8 on the Mohs scale but can be brittle because of its inclusions. Earrings and necklaces are well suited to daily wear; protective bezel and halo settings help rings.
Methodology & sources
How we chose. Our jewelers shortlisted pieces from the live catalog, then a panel of four reviewers (a merchandiser, a gemologist, a search specialist and our creative director) chose the most appropriate pieces at four budgets. Every pick was checked as active and available to order on the date below; prices on this page update live from each product. Every stone is labeled lab-grown or natural, as it is on the product page. Nobody paid to be included.
Sources: Wikipedia, Wedding anniversary (traditional US gifts); The Knot, 20-Year Anniversary Gift Ideas; GIA, Years 11 to 20; GIA, Emerald; Diamond & Sapphire, Shipping & Returns.
Cite this guide
Updated October 25, 2026. Prices shown are live and may change; each piece lists its own timing before checkout.