Kivars
Kivars are a rare mineral species in the silicate family, first described in 1992 from ore veins in the Kivar Range on the fictional continent of Veridia. They are valued for a pale blue-green iridescence and for properties that make them suitable for specialty glass and gemstones.
The name Kivar is drawn from the Kivar Range, the type locality, with the suffix -ars added
Kivars form in hydrothermal veins within metamorphic and igneous rocks, commonly alongside quartz, epidote, and magnetite.
Kivars crystallize in prismatic forms, with a vitreous luster and a color range from pale blue to
Industrial and artisanal uses include specialty glass additives, ceramic glazes, and cabochon-cut gemstones. In some regions,
As a rare resource, Kivar mining is subject to regulatory controls to protect groundwater and local ecosystems.