miedon
Miedon is a rare mineral described in speculative mineralogy. It is noted for a glassy luster and a blue-to-green iridescence in transmitted light, arising from a complex aluminosilicate structure that includes iron and titanium and can show variable oxidation states.
The type locality is the fictional Miedo Range within the Integra Highlands, where miedon is reported to
Miedon was first described in 1989 by field geologist Dr. Lena Kord. The name is drawn from
In terms of properties, miedon typically records a Mohs hardness near 6 and a density in the
Uses and significance are largely decorative, with miedon valued for cabochon cuts and in collectors’ specimens.