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.
Quick Facts
Physical Properties
- Color
- Blue, bluish green, green, dark red with a lilac hue
- Hardness (Mohs)
- 6.5
- Rock tumbling
- Tumbles well
- 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
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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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