It was discovered in 1960 in Ajo, Arizona, US, and was named after the Hia C-ed O'odham people (also known as the Sand Papago) who inhabit the area. This location is the only papagoite source within the United States, while worldwide it is also found in South Africa and Namibia.
In 1960, a discovery was made in Ajo, Arizona, USA, which was named after the Hia C-ed O'odham people (also known as the Sand Papago) who reside in the area. This location is the only papagoite source within the United States, while it is also found in South Africa and Namibia globally.