$260Median
2Sold (12 mo)
$120Last sale
Hopeite specimens for sale
3 for sale · $385–$15,000 USD
10 in the gallery
Hopeite is a hydrated zinc phosphate mineral that forms colorless to pale blue-green crystals in well-defined prismatic habits. It often appears as transparent to translucent crystals with a vitreous to subadamantine luster, sometimes showing a pale blue hue in favorable lighting. The mineral crystallizes in the orthorhombic system and can occur as aggregates or solitary crystals, frequently embedded in phosphate-rich geologic settings.
- Formula
- ZnZn2(PO4)2 · 4H2O
- Rarity
- Uncommon
- Stability
- Stable
- Collector interest
- Moderate Interest
- Classification notes
- Phosphates; Orthophosphates; Strunz 08.AA.10
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About Hopeite
Notable specimens have come from Zambia, where Hopeite has been reported in older phosphorite-bearing deposits and associated secondary mineral assemblages. Collectors prize well-formed crystals and clusters that display clean faces and sharp terminations, as well as micro-crystal material that showcases the mineral’s delicate geometry and luster. Presence alongside related zinc phosphate minerals can enhance aesthetic appeal and provide context for the mineral’s paragenesis, adding educational value for cabinet displays and study collections. Hopeite’s relatively small crystal size makes it a frequent subject for careful preparation and high-midelity photography, appealing to those building focused, locality-rich assemblies.
