
Block of Diamond
minecraft:diamond_blockCompacts 9 diamonds into one storage block. Crafting back into 9 individual diamonds at any time. Counts as a tier-2 beacon pyramid material.
Tags
- storage
- tier_diamond
- beacon_base
FAQ
How do you craft a block of diamond?
Arrange 9 diamonds in a full 3x3 grid on a crafting table to produce 1 block of diamond.
Can I turn a diamond block back into diamonds?
Yes, placing a block of diamond in any crafting grid converts it back into 9 individual diamonds.
What tool do I need to mine a diamond block?
An iron pickaxe or better is required; mining it with anything weaker destroys the block without a drop.
Does a diamond block help power a beacon?
Yes, a 3x3 layer of diamond blocks beneath a beacon forms a valid pyramid tier, and can be combined with iron, gold, emerald, or netherite blocks in larger pyramids.

