Anthraquinone Blue vs Blue Violet

How close are they?

ΔE 27.0, loose: different enough that you should pick on purpose. Blue Violet is noticeably lighter, much more muted than Anthraquinone Blue.

Can I use Blue Violet instead of Anthraquinone Blue?

Not as a straight swap; see the closer alternatives below. Loose match (ΔE 27). Blue Violet is noticeably lighter, much more muted than Anthraquinone Blue.

Can I use Anthraquinone Blue instead of Blue Violet?

The same difference applies the other way round: Anthraquinone Blue is noticeably darker, much more saturated.

ΔE is the colour difference between our two swatch estimates: under about 6 is close, over about 15 is loose. Real paints also differ in finish, coverage and how they thin, so test before you commit.