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Minecraft Player Head item

Player Head

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A stackable decorative block that displays a player's skin, obtainable via command or creative mode on any server.

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About

The Player Head is a decorative block that renders the skin of any player when placed. It stacks to 64 and can be dug with any tool, making it useful for building and server decoration.

Give yourself one with /give @p minecraft:player_head 1. To display a specific player's head, place the block and use its UI to enter a player name or UUID. Player heads are commonly used in themed builds, memorial areas, or custom map designs where you want to identify players visually.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Player Head do in Minecraft?
A stackable decorative block that displays a player's skin, obtainable via command or creative mode on any server.
Can I get the Player Head without spawning it?
Yes. The Player Head can also be obtained through normal Minecraft progression. Admins usually spawn it for speed when testing, running events, or outfitting players, which is what the commands on this page are for.
How current is the Player Head spawn info?
The Player Head entry was last verified on GameServersCodex on June 29, 2026. We track the live Minecraft build, so the IDs and commands here reflect the current patch.
What items are related to the Player Head?
See the Related section at the bottom of this page for items commonly used alongside the Player Head, or open Browse Games to explore the full Minecraft database.
Which game is the Player Head from?
The Player Head is from Minecraft. Every ID, code, and command on this page is specific to Minecraft and its current live build.
What is the Player Head used for?
The Player Head is a decorative block that renders the skin of any player when placed. It stacks to 64 and can be dug with any tool, making it useful for building and server decoration.
What is the item id of the Player Head?
The item id of the Player Head is minecraft:player_head.
What is the legacy item id of the Player Head?
The legacy item id of the Player Head is minecraft:skull.
What is the give command of the Player Head?
The give command of the Player Head is /give @p minecraft:player_head 1.
What is the stackable of the Player Head?
The stackable of the Player Head is Yes.
What is the max stack size of the Player Head?
The max stack size of the Player Head is 64.
What is the hardness of the Player Head?
The hardness of the Player Head is 1.0.
What is the diggable of the Player Head?
The diggable of the Player Head is Yes.

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