Copper is one of the newest metals in Minecraft, being introduced in Minecraft 1.17. Currently, it can only be used to craft three items in the game, which include the lightning rod and spyglass.

Minecraft Caves and Cliffs Part 1 is out for both Bedrock and Java Edition. In this update, Mojang has added amethyst geodes, new mobs, copper, and more. As soon as the update was released, many ...

Copper is a common mineral in Minecraft that can be obtained by smelting copper ores (or raw copper) in the furnace. By mining underground, you can find up to 200 copper ores per Minecraft chunk. The ...

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The more oxidized a Copper block, the greener its color will be. This makes Copper a great resource to use in buildings you want to have a weathered or dated look. Copper blocks will oxidize in ...

Minecraft's 2025 Fall Drop update introduces the Copper Lantern, a decorative light source with a vintage feel. Crafting it requires eight Copper Nuggets and a Torch, offering a unique aesthetic with ...

Minecraft players are testing a wave of copper-related features in Bedrock beta and preview builds, with Java snapshots expected soon. The update introduces copper armor, tools, chests, and—after ...

Minecraft is set to introduce new Copper-themed decorative blocks in its 2025 Fall Drop. These include the Copper Torch, Lantern, Chain, and Bar. Each item has a unique look and oxidizes over time, ...

Minecraft's Copper Age is here, and there's no question that it does what it says on the tin. For years now, Minecraft players have had stacks and stacks of copper in their chests that they can do ...

UPDATE: As expected, Minecraft is getting a raft of new features to make use of the copper resource — including the long-awaited debut of copper golems. Minecraft will now let you craft copper tools ...