Tin

• For centuries, couples have exchanged traditional gifts suggested for each anniversary. This 10-year anniversary gift is something having to do with tin. For your 47-year-old recipient, consider giving a personalize sign made from tin or a tin picture frame with a photo of his wife inside. You might also give him a tin of gourmet coffee or homemade cookies. Many antique toys are made from tin, which would also be a one-of-a-kind gift for him.
  
  

Aluminum

• Aluminum is another traditional wedding gift for a 10th anniversary. Give a 47-year-old man an aluminum watch or cuff links with his name engraved on them. If the way to his heart is through his stomach, consider buying him a six-pack of his favorite beer or soda, which come in aluminum cans. A personalized aluminum license plate is another appropriate gift.
  
  

Diamonds

• The modern 10th anniversary gift is diamonds, and something having to do with this stone would be a thoughtful anniversary gift for a 47-year-old man. Buy him a diamond right hand ring or upgrade his own wedding band with more diamonds. If the stone is too expensive or not his style, get creative and think of other gifts having to do with diamonds. For example, buy him some tickets to a baseball game where players compete on the team's diamond.
  
  

Cards and Gift Cards

• You may find it hard to buy gifts for a 47-year-old man. Instead, give him a way to buy a present for himself by purchasing a gift card to his favorite store. Restaurants, amusement parks and golf courses also often sell gift cards, so pick a place you know he'll enjoy. To make the gift personal, include an anniversary card. Many cards come with written messages. If you don't find one you like, write one yourself.