Papagoite
ID: 120
Papagoite
Chemical Formula
CaCuAlSi2O6(OH)3
Hardness (Mohs)
5.5
Crystal System
Monoclinic
Streak
Light blue
Luster
Vitreous to silky
Diaphaneity
Translucent
Color
Blue, light blue
Crystal Habit / Mode of Occurrence
Typically occurs as microcrystalline aggregates, crusts, or radiating fibrous masses
Fun Facts
Papagoite is often found as an inclusion in quartz, creating "Papagoite in Quartz."