Sulfur

Sulfur specimens for sale

39 for sale · $125–$5,000 USD

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Sulfur is a native element mineral consisting of elemental sulfur. It typically forms as yellow, resinous to silky crystals or as crusty masses, and it often exhibits a pale to dull luster with a resinous to greasy appearance. In crystals, the habit can be tabular or prismatic, and often occurs in nodular or volcanic environments associated with sulfide mineralization. Notable specimens come from classic sulfur districts such as Italy and Poland, with other important sources including Bolivia, the United States, and Spain, where hydrothermal and volcanic processes deliver vivid, earthy to bright yellow specimens.

Formula
S
Rarity
Abundant
Stability
Stable
Collector interest
Moderate Interest
Classification notes
Native element; Strunz 1.CC.05

Key characteristics

Crystal system
orthorhombic
Mohs hardness
1.5–2.5
Specific gravity
2.05–2.09
Luster
resinous, greasy
Transparency
transparent, translucent, opaque
Color
yellow, orange, brown, green, gray
Streak
white, yellow
Cleavage
poor
Fracture
conchoidal, uneven
Crystal habit
pyramidal, tabular, prismatic, druzy, granular, massive, stalactitic
  • Classic / historic

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Where Sulfur is found

Top localities

  1. El Desierto mine93 specimens
  2. Agrigento69 specimens
  3. Maybee Quarry38 specimens
  4. Cozzo Disi Mine20 specimens
  5. Cianciana16 specimens
  6. Conil Mine15 specimens
  7. Agrigento Province14 specimens
  8. Sicily10 specimens
  9. Racalmuto8 specimens
  10. Maybee5 specimens

About Sulfur

Collectors value sulfur for its unmistakable color, classic crystal forms, and association with geothermal and volcanic activity. Exceptional pieces can display sharp, well-formed crystals with crisp terminations, or striking masses that reveal the mineral’s characteristic luster and color. The mineral’s ubiquity and historical significance add to its appeal, making sulfur a staple for display cabinets and educational collections alike.