Topaz, zircon and chrysoberyl

[thecat]

Which is more durable for daily wear?

I read that above 7 mohs is alright for daily wear. Yet I read that gems like opal and jade pieces, though lower than 7, have withstand decades of daily wear too. I realise that maybe it's true to a certain extent mohs is a consideration for daily wear but there might be other factors at play too. Rather than delve into research on factors affecting durability, can I seek your experience on which among the 3 can withstand daily wear? By withstanding daily wear, I mean no scratches and lower chances of breaking. Thanks in advance for your help.

One other question, do all sapphires have mohs 9? Or are some 9 and some less than that due to different regions? Thank you

 

[qubitasaurus]

I think this is a nuanced topic. I like Roger Dery's explanation, which can be found in this thread.

https://www.pricescope.com/communit...ecisive-factors.176872/#post-3220969#p3220969

I feel like he has a lifetime of experience, and it really shows throughout the thread.

 

[thecat]

I think this is a nuanced topic. I like Roger Dery's explanation, which can be found in this thread.

https://www.pricescope.com/communit...ecisive-factors.176872/#post-3220969#p3220969

I feel like he has a lifetime of experience, and it really shows throughout the thread.

Thank you. This is exactly the type of info I'm looking for. I will stick with the recommended 4 then.

Does anyone have any idea if sapphires are all mohs 9?

 

[Niel]

Chrysoberyl

 

[Acinom]

I would say Chrysoberyl.

I have 1 topaz ring and two zircon rings and they look like new without any damage. I am not wearing them on a daily basis though.

 

[Roger Dery]

I think this is a nuanced topic. I like Roger Dery's explanation, which can be found in this thread.
https://www.pricescope.com/communit...ecisive-factors.176872/#post-3220969#p3220969
I feel like he has a lifetime of experience, and it really shows throughout the thread.

Thank you. This is exactly the type of info I'm looking for. I will stick with the recommended 4 then.
Does anyone have any idea if sapphires are all mohs 9?

It would be safe to say that ALL Rubies and Sapphires are 9 on the Mohs scale.

 

[thecat]

Niel, Acinom, thanks for the advice.

I think this is a nuanced topic. I like Roger Dery's explanation, which can be found in this thread.
https://www.pricescope.com/communit...ecisive-factors.176872/#post-3220969#p3220969
I feel like he has a lifetime of experience, and it really shows throughout the thread.

Thank you. This is exactly the type of info I'm looking for. I will stick with the recommended 4 then.
Does anyone have any idea if sapphires are all mohs 9?

It would be safe to say that ALL Rubies and Sapphires are 9 on the Mohs scale.

Thank you Roger for sharing your experiences in the other thread. It was very helpful