Cyprine is a copper-rich member of the vesuvianite group [3] with the formula Ca19Cu2+(Al10Mg2)Si18O68(OH)10.
A similar name is given to a Cu-bearing variety but not Cu-dominant member within the group.
Cyprine (sensu stricto) was discovered in the Wessels mine in the vicinity of Hotazel, Kalahari Manganese Field, South Africa.
[2] Cyprine belongs to the vesuvianite group.
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