Cyprine (mineral)


Cyprine is a copper-rich member of the vesuvianite group with the formula Ca19Cu2+Si18O6810. A similar name is given to a Cu-bearing variety but not Cu-dominant member within the group. Cyprine was discovered in the Wessels mine in the vicinity of Hotazel, Kalahari Manganese Field, South Africa.

Relation to other minerals

Cyprine belongs to the vesuvianite group.