Which wedding anniversary is traditionally called the "golden" anniversary?
Answer50th
A 50th anniversary is golden; the 25th is silver.
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The basics
Which wedding anniversary is traditionally called the "silver" anniversary?
Answer25th
Silver marks 25 years of marriage.
Going deeper
What is the traditional gift material for a first wedding anniversary?
AnswerPaper
Traditional lists give paper for year one, cotton for year two and leather for year three.
The phrase "tying the knot" is linked to which old ceremony of binding a couple's hands?
AnswerHandfasting
In handfasting, a couple's hands are tied with cord or ribbon as a symbol of union.
The word "confetti" comes from an Italian word for what?
AnswerSmall sweets
Italian confetti were sugared sweets, often almonds, tossed at celebrations.
Expert level
The 40th wedding anniversary is traditionally associated with which gemstone?
AnswerRuby
Ruby marks 40 years; pearl marks 30 years and sapphire 45.
What name was given to the vein once believed to run from the ring finger to the heart?
AnswerVena amoris
Vena amoris, "vein of love", was an old belief used to explain the ring finger tradition.
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