Golden Chestplate
minecraft:golden_chestplateThe golden chestplate is a chest armor piece crafted from 8 gold ingots, providing 5 armor points and 112 durability in Java Edition, along with a high enchantability of 25. It can also be found in Nether Fortress and Bastion Remnant chests, or dropped by armored mobs.
Compatible Enchants
FAQ
Why wear golden armor if it is weaker than iron?
Piglins are attracted to golden chestplates and will not attack any player wearing one, which makes it valuable for avoiding hostile mobs in the Nether.
Can a golden chestplate's durability be restored?
Yes, combine two damaged chestplates through crafting, use a grindstone, or repair one with gold ingots at an anvil while keeping its enchantments.
What enchantments can a golden chestplate receive?
It accepts Protection, Projectile Protection, Blast Protection, Fire Protection, Thorns, Unbreaking, and Mending, among others.
Does armor trimming change a golden chestplate's stats?
No, trimming with smithing templates is purely cosmetic and adds visual patterns without altering its defensive capabilities.