Does blue sapphire break easily?

Apart from its color and history, blue sapphire also boasts a score of 9 on the Mohs toughness scale which is only second to diamond. This means that the gemstone is especially tough and not prone to cracking, chipping, or breaking easily – something everyone looks for in an engagement ring.

Apart from its color and history, blue sapphire also boasts a score of 9 on the Mohs toughness scale which is only second to diamond. This means that the gemstone is especially tough and not prone to cracking, chipping, or breaking easily – something everyone looks for in an engagement ring.

By Peter Norman

Peter Norman is one of Los Angeles’ most celebrated wedding jewelers, with his custom-made engagement rings and wedding bands taking center place in thousands of weddings over the last 40 years. Each engagement ring is custom designed, built to order, and can suit any budget: from the simply elegant 1-carat solitaires to the exquisite pieces fit for (and sometimes purchased by) royalty.