Peridot vs Tanzanite
Peridot is harder (Mohs 6.5–7) than Tanzanite (Mohs 6–7), so it resists scratching better; Tanzanite is softer than quartz dust (7) and needs more care in everyday rings.
Tanzanite has the higher refractive index (1.691–1.700 vs 1.654–1.690), which a refractometer can use to separate them.
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| Property | Peridot | Tanzanite |
|---|---|---|
| Species / material | Olivine (forsterite) | Zoisite |
| Mohs hardness | 6.5–7 | 6–7 |
| Refractive index | 1.654–1.690 | 1.691–1.700 |
| Specific gravity | 3.34 | 3.35 |
| Crystal system | Orthorhombic | Orthorhombic |
| Birefringence | 0.035–0.038 | 0.008–0.013 |
Values are typical ranges from standard gemmological references; individual stones can vary.
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