Armor material · added in 1.21.9
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Copper Armor
Copper armor arrived in the 2025 Copper Age drop. It sits between leather and iron, and gives copper ingots an early-game use.
- Armor points
- 10 / 20
- Toughness
- None
- Durability (set)
- 605
- Repair with
- Copper Ingot
Copper Armor Recipes
Craft each piece at a crafting table with copper ingots. A full set costs 24.
Where to get it
- Mine copper ore, common between Y 0 and 96 and especially plentiful in dripstone caves, then smelt raw copper into ingots.
- One full set costs 24 copper ingots.
Copper armor stats per piece
| Piece | Armor points | Durability |
|---|---|---|
| Helmet | 2 | 121 |
| Chestplate | 4 | 176 |
| Leggings | 3 | 165 |
| Boots | 1 | 143 |
| Full set | 10 | 605 |
Tips for copper armor
- Copper is easy to find in bulk early on, which makes this a good step up before you have enough iron.
- Copper armor does not oxidize or change colour while you wear it.
- Pair it with the Bolt trim and a copper or redstone trim material for a matching trial chambers look.
Any trim works on copper armor. Browse all 18 armor trims or the trim material colours.
Copper armor FAQ
How much protection does full copper armor give?
10 armor points (5 armor icons).
What repairs copper armor?
Copper Ingot, combined with the damaged piece in an anvil. You can also merge two damaged pieces in a crafting grid.
Is copper armor better than iron?
No. A full copper set gives 10 armor points, against 15 for iron, and it wears out sooner. It is a stepping stone.
Is copper armor better than leather?
Yes. It gives more protection (10 points against 7) and lasts much longer.