Pickaxe – Stardew Valley Tool Guide
The Pickaxe is a tool in Stardew Valley.
Break rocks and mine ore. Higher upgrades break tougher rocks and allow picking up placed items.
Upgrades
| Level | Cost (g) | Material | Effect |
|---|---|---|---|
| basic | - | - | Breaks small rocks. Effective in mine floors 1–39. |
| copper | 2000 | Copper Bar 5 | Breaks all rocks in mine floors 1–39 in one hit. |
| steel | 5000 | Iron Bar 5 | Breaks farm boulders. Effective in mine floors 40–79. |
| gold | 10000 | Gold Bar 5 | Breaks meteorites. Effective in mine floors 80–120. |
| iridium | 25000 | Iridium Bar 5 | Breaks Quarry and Skull Cavern rocks in one hit. |
Enchantable: Yes
Tips
- Upgrade tools at Clint’s Blacksmith with bars and gold.
- Higher levels allow charged actions (hoe, watering can).
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the upgrade costs for the Pickaxe?
Upgrades: copper – 2000g Copper Bar x5; steel – 5000g Iron Bar x5; gold – 10000g Gold Bar x5; iridium – 25000g Iridium Bar x5.
What does the Pickaxe do?
Break rocks and mine ore. Higher upgrades break tougher rocks and allow picking up placed items.