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Minecraft Skeleton Skull item

Skeleton Skull

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A stackable decorative block dropped by skeletons; used for building, redstone contraptions, and mob head displays.

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About

The Skeleton Skull is a block dropped when a skeleton is killed. It stacks up to 64 and can be placed on blocks or the ground as a decorative head. Skulls also function in redstone setups, they power comparators when a player wears one, and they activate certain contraptions when placed in specific configurations.

On servers, admins use skeleton skulls for themed builds, player trophy rooms, or as props in adventure maps. They are easily obtainable via /give @p minecraft:skeleton_skull 1 and are fully diggable, so they can be repositioned freely without loss.

Frequently Asked Questions

How current is the Skeleton Skull spawn info?
The Skeleton Skull 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 is the Skeleton Skull used for?
The Skeleton Skull is a block dropped when a skeleton is killed. It stacks up to 64 and can be placed on blocks or the ground as a decorative head. Skulls also function in redstone setups, they power comparators when a player wears one, and they activate certain contraptions when placed in specific configurations.
Which game is the Skeleton Skull from?
The Skeleton Skull is from Minecraft. Every ID, code, and command on this page is specific to Minecraft and its current live build.
What does the Skeleton Skull do in Minecraft?
A stackable decorative block dropped by skeletons; used for building, redstone contraptions, and mob head displays.
What items are related to the Skeleton Skull?
See the Related section at the bottom of this page for items commonly used alongside the Skeleton Skull, or open Browse Games to explore the full Minecraft database.
Can I get the Skeleton Skull without spawning it?
Yes. The Skeleton Skull 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.
What is the item id of the Skeleton Skull?
The item id of the Skeleton Skull is minecraft:skeleton_skull.
What is the numerical id of the Skeleton Skull?
The numerical id of the Skeleton Skull is 397.
What is the legacy item id of the Skeleton Skull?
The legacy item id of the Skeleton Skull is minecraft:skull.
What is the give command of the Skeleton Skull?
The give command of the Skeleton Skull is /give @p minecraft:skeleton_skull 1.
What is the stackable of the Skeleton Skull?
The stackable of the Skeleton Skull is Yes.
What is the max stack size of the Skeleton Skull?
The max stack size of the Skeleton Skull is 64.
What is the hardness of the Skeleton Skull?
The hardness of the Skeleton Skull is 1.0.
What is the diggable of the Skeleton Skull?
The diggable of the Skeleton Skull is Yes.

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