Sulfides
Browse gemstones by their mineral families and classifications. From quartz to corundum, explore the rich diversity of natural crystal structures, compositions, and geological origins that define each gem type.

Bornite
Hardness: 3
PurpleBlueGoldenBlack

Chalcopyrite
Hardness: 3.5
Brass-yellowGolden-yellowSteel-gray

Cinnabar
Hardness: 2
RedBrick-redReddish-brown

Galena
Hardness: 2.5
Lead graySilver-graySteel grayBlack

Marcasite
Hardness: 6.5
Pale brass-yellowSilver-gray

Orpiment
Hardness: 1.5
YellowOrangeRed

Pyrite
Hardness: 6.5
Brass-yellow

Realgar
Hardness: 1.5
RedOrangeYellow