Nifontovite specimens for sale

9 for sale · $190–$7,500 USD

12 in the gallery

Nifontovite is a calcium borate mineral that forms as relatively small, often prismatic crystals with a vitreous to resinous lustre. It typically appears in pale to warm tones, influenced by trace elements, and occurs in a hydrous borate environment, sometimes displaying a slightly rounded habit from crystal intergrowth. The mineral is associated with hydrothermal settings and borate-rich assemblages, and notable specimens have been reported from Mexico, where its rarity and local crystallographic forms attract attention from collectors. Nifontovite is valued for its finite crystal size and the clarity of its faces, which can reveal subtle color zoning and surface shine that highlight its delicate structure.

Formula
Ca3B6O6(OH)12(H2O)2

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Where Nifontovite is found

Top localities

  1. Rey y Reina Mine8 specimens
  2. Charcas5 specimens
  3. San Luis Potosí2 specimens

About Nifontovite

Collectors seek nifontovite for its scarcity among borate minerals and its distinctive composition featuring calcium and borate groups. The mineral’s modest size and the often intricate crystal morphology present a challenge to isolate appealing specimens, making well-formed crystals desirable for display and study. When found in museum-worthy collections, nifontovite contributes to a curated suite of rare borates, illustrating the diversity of calcium borates in mineralogy and offering insight into hydrothermal processes that form such minerals.