A: Like all metals, Zirconium is subject to scratching. It is not as easily scratched as some metals, such as cobalt chrome and tungsten. Unlike these other metals, however, Zirconium is not as brittle.

What can scratch zirconium?

A band made from this ceramic material is completely scratch and abrasion proof. The ceramic measures a 9 on the Mohs hardness scale and can only be scratched by a diamond. These ceramic rings will also resist any bending or breaking. In spite of the toughness of zirconium, it is also incredibly light weight.

How easily does black zirconium scratch?

The zirconium dioxide that has formed on the surface is ceramic in nature and has a hardness level similar to sapphire, in other words it is extremely hard and scratch resistant.