This hourglass is specially crafted with the 25^th Wedding Anniversary in mind but can be used for any special occasion, for a wedding sand ceremony. It is made using our Granite Oceanstone bases, and solid pewter rope shaped pillars. The pewter used by Heirloom Hourglass is of the highest quality available, making The Silver Anniversary model hourglass a collectible that will only increase in value as the years go by. Each pillar is ¾” thick and about 8” in length. The rope pattern is chosen for the two intertwining strands that perfectly symbolize the intertwining of two people’s lives that lead them to their 25^th Anniversary celebration. This Heirloom Hourglass comes standard with two solid pewter ship wheels and a sand collection kit. Complete The Silver Anniversary with sands from the first beach you went to together as a couple, sands from a special location you’re celebrating your 25^th at, or sands from any location with symbolic meaning to you. This model also makes a great gift for children to give their parents on their 25^th Anniversary. Many people customize this hourglass with solid pewter hearts, or with solid pewter ship wheels that have the couple’s Birthstones in them. A silver plate engraved with names, dates, and a special note is the perfect finishing touch.