Three Differences Between Quality Gifts and Junk


The price tag does not necessarily mean that a gift is great or about to be re-gifted.  As the number of gift-giving occasions never seems to end, it is important to know the differences between quality gifts and junk.  Nail every birthday, anniversary, congratulatory, holiday, and just because gift by clearly understanding what is a quality gift.

Criteria #1: Quality Gifts Have Personal Meaning

Quality gifts do not look like you stumbled into the shopping mall, purchased the first item you saw, wrapped it, and stumbled back to your car.  Gifts from the mall can be risky.  They can easily be labeled as junk, even if the recipient likes the gift.  The recipient might already have an almost identical item at home.  You have to think about how to give gifts meaning.  A jacket might be nice, but a commemorative bomber jacket might have much more personal meaning to a veteran. 

Criteria #2: Quality Gifts Do Not Come with Gift Receipts

You want to find a unique gift that cannot readily be exchanged for a superior gift at the same store.  Unique gifts typically speak to a person’s interests or accomplishments.  The best gifts speak to a meaningful era in a person’s life.  Veterans of the United States armed forces often find the experience highly memorable.  Many different gifts from Veterans Commemorative can also be further personalized with birthstones and engravings. 

Criteria #3: Quality Gifts Do Not Include Glue and Paper Mache

There are a few exemptions to the DIY quality gift.  First, children have a free pass on giving a heartfelt macaroni necklace.  Second, people that have perfected hobbies to the point of mimicking master craftsmen can also produce phenomenal homemade gifts.   Most adults should steer clear of the homemade gift.  Give a great gift a personal touch with a homemade card.  In general, resist the urge to try a new craft as a gift.

Give Veterans Something Special

Veterans Commemorative can cover all of the bases for you with a wide selection of personalized gifts for United States veterans.  Give the perfect gift that has meaning for veterans.

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  • I received the jacket this past Wednesday. I just love it. Good quality, feels great, and looks sharp. I have been looking for such a jacket the past few years and have finally found it.

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  • Dear Vetcom, Received the MA-1 Bravo Jacket yesterday. Thank you so very much, made a Veteran very happy. Was so hoping to have it on time for him to wear on Veterans Day and you made sure it was here in time. The jacket is beautiful and my husband just loves it. Again, thank you so very much and God bless.

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