Most young people eagerly anticipate their 21st birthday. Who can blame them? The 21st birthday is a significant birthday. For many young people, it is the beginning of the rest of their lives. As friends and family, we need to make sure that the gift we give to that special young person is appropriate for a young person turning 21.
If you go into a gift shop, you will generally find a whole section for the 21st birthday. There are many party managers that have specialized themes for 21st birthday parties.
As these parties are often a celebration of a young person's new freedom, guests will often wear costumes. Some of these costumes can be pretty wild, but the crazier the better.
A gift that seems to be of great significance is the key. The key is said to symbolize St. Peter, who is said to be the guardian of the gates of Heaven. This symbolic key is to unlock the gates of restraint and give the user complete freedom to do whatever they want.
If cost is not an issue, the giver of the key will usually have it set with jewels, or engraved with some wish for a prosperous future. If cost is an issue, there are very nice looking keys that are lest costly.
Another gift that is at times given is the tankard. This gift is a reminder to the recipient that he is now of legal age to visit a bar and drink, (as if any one would need that reminder.) These types of gifts are generally meant to be keepsakes.
So what is an appropriate gift for parents to give? It is generally accepted to give silver or gold pieces, mounted on jewelry or engraved. There are many shops that specialize in engraving coins, and they usually have many options for you to choose.
As is to be expected, today's gifts seem to be getting more extravagant. They may include things like precious stones, vehicles, things of that nature. These usually have a higher price tag then the older traditional gifts.
Another gift that is becoming popular is the gift of travel. Many travel agencies have special packages for a 21st birthday gift. These generally feature exciting destinations filled with action and adventure. The sky is the limit.
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