Tanzanite is not as tough as ruby and sapphire, but many people love their tanzanite rings. If you are active, consider a setting that protects the stone, or choose tanzanite for a ring you don’t wear ...
With proper care to avoid hard blows, tanzanite can be worn in all styles of jewelry. - Courtesy Tanzanite Foundation ™ Hardness and toughness Gem and mineral hardness is measured on the Mohs scale.