Cyprine

A variety of Minerals

What is Cyprine?

Cyprine may refer to: a variety of the mineral vesuvianite a valid mineral species (see cyprine (mineral), IMA2015-044) from the vesuvianite group the Icelandic cyprine, an ocean quahog a type of vaginal lubrication a character in Sailor Moon See also: Cyprinid

Market Value Factors

Pricing varies for every rock and mineral, so use these universal factors to gauge Cyprine before comparing listings or appraisals.

Size & Weight

Larger, intact specimens usually command higher prices.

Rarity & Demand

Scarce material or popular varieties sell at a premium.

Condition & Finish

Chips, repairs, and heavy wear lower value; clean prep helps.

Treatment & Provenance

Untreated specimens with documented locality are prized.

Applies to all rocks & minerals.

Cyprine Localities Map

See where Cyprine is found with a localities map, collecting zones, and geology context. Generate a sample map preview below.

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North ZoneCentral RidgeSouth Basin

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Quick Facts

Physical Properties

Color
Blue, bluish green, green, dark red with a lilac hue
Hardness (Mohs)
6.5
Density
3.41 g/cm³
Streak
Usually white to pale tints of the body color

Chemical Properties

Chemical Formula
Ca19Cu2+Al4(Al6Mg2)(☐4)☐[Si2O7]4(SiO4)10(OH)9
Elements
Al, Ca, Cu, H, Mg, O, Si

Also Known As

CyprineCyprine (of Berzelius)
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Cyprine FAQs

How do I identify Cyprine?

Cyprine can be identified by its hardness of 6.5 on the Mohs scale, Blue color. Look for these key characteristics when examining specimens.

What color is Cyprine?

Cyprine typically appears in Blue, bluish green, green, dark red with a lilac hue. Color can vary depending on impurities and formation conditions.

How hard is Cyprine?

Cyprine has a hardness of 6.5 on the Mohs scale. This gives it moderate hardness.

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