2 Year Anniversary Gifts

The official gemstone for a 2 year wedding anniversary is the vibrant garnet.  

Garnet is believed to represent the continued strength of a couple's relationship. Like the classic ruby, this gemstone is a symbol of love, commitment and passion, and is also thought to encourage warmth, understanding and devotion, all important qualities when it comes to building a strong and lasting relationship.  

Giving garnet jewellery as a 2nd year anniversary gift is a meaningful way to show someone just how much you love them and to celebrate the life that you continue to build together.  

Give your partner a garnet pendant to hold close to their heart. Complement with other garnet pieces, like a bracelet or a pair of stud earrings, creating an elegant look. Or gift them a garnet ring, earring, or necklace featuring diamonds (another stone that has a long association with love and romance). 

A second anniversary present can be as unique as your love, something that captures the joy that you feel and strengthens your commitment.  

Show your love with heart jewellery, the ultimate romantic gift. Surprise your partner with a heart-shaped pendant or a bracelet featuring a padlocked heart, letting them know that they’ll always have yours. Symbolise an everlasting romance with an infinity bracelet or ring or give them a keepsake to cherish with a locket. Place a beautiful photo inside to remind your partner of a special time in your lives, so they can carry the memory wherever they go.  

If you're buying a 2 year anniversary gift for him, look for pieces that will grow all the more timeless, like a sleek gold or silver chain. 

Or choose a necklace, a ring or a pair of studs from Michael Hill's exclusive Knots collection. With its entwining threads, the knot motif is the perfect way to represent two people who are bound together in both life and love.

With its deep brownish-red hue, rhodolite garnet is a versatile gemstone to style with other types of jewellery, complementing a range of looks to suit all occasions.  

Add a matching pendant, a bracelet or a set of earrings to your 2 year wedding anniversary gift for a matching look your partner will love. Or, highlight the warmth and vibrance of your garnet with a gold-toned watch or a bracelet or chain in yellow gold.  

Experiment with different style combinations by complementing garnet jewellery with other red-hued gemstones, like ruby or pink tourmaline, or contrast with different coloured gemstones to bring out a garnet's rich, bold tone. For example, pair a dainty garnet bracelet with an emerald ring or a citrine pendant with garnet studs. 

Or curate a unique and stylish look by creating a bracelet or ring stack. Layer a garnet bracelet with bangles and bracelets of varying precious metals and sizes, or a garnet ring with simple, minimalist rings.