$394Median
4Sold (12 mo)
$1,040Last sale
Papagoite specimens for sale
7 for sale · $1,750–$3,950 USD
12 in the gallery
Papagoite is a rare copper/yttrium calcium silicate mineral that forms tabular to prismatic crystals with a vitreous to pearly luster. Its color ranges from blue to blue-green, often displaying a distinctive bright hue that catches the eye in mineral collections. Crystals can be translucent to semi-transparent, and specimens commonly exhibit well-formed habit with sharp edges on matrix, sometimes accompanied by associated minerals that highlight its vivid coloration.
- Formula
- CaCu[H3AlSi2O9]
- Rarity
- Rare
- Stability
- Stable
- Collector interest
- Very High Interest
Buy Papagoite specimens
View all 7Where Papagoite is found
Top localities
- Messina Mine4 specimens
- Artonvilla Mine3 specimens
- New Cornelia Mine1 specimen
About Papagoite
Notable specimens have been reported from regions such as South Africa, the United States, and Namibia, where hydrothermal and secondary processes have produced pockets of papagoite that collectors seek for display pieces and thumbnail-grade crystals. The mineral’s rarity and striking color make well-crystallized samples highly sought after by those who pursue minerals with strong color, clarity, and crisp crystal forms. Collectors value papagoite for its vivid blue hues and the aesthetic contrast it provides when paired with contrasting host rocks or mineral associations.
