ToolsMedium to FindCraftable
Where to Find Diamond Sword in Minecraft
A powerful melee weapon dealing 7 base attack damage. The go-to weapon before obtaining netherite.
Primary Location
All Overworld biomes (deep underground)
Y-Level
Diamond ore: Y -64 to 16, peaks at Y -59
Difficulty
Medium (3/5)
Version Added
1.0
Stack Size
1
Durability
1561
Where to Look
Biomes & Dimensions
- All Overworld biomes (deep underground)
- End Cities
Y-Level Range
Diamond ore: Y -64 to 16, peaks at Y -59
How to Get Diamond Sword
- 1Craft using 2 Diamonds and 1 Stick
- 2Found in End City chests
Crafting Recipe
Diamond
Diamond
Stick
Diamond SwordCrafting Table
Station: Crafting Table
Tips for Finding Diamond Sword
- Requires only 2 diamonds compared to 3 for a pickaxe, so prioritize the pickaxe first
- Strip mine at Y -59 for diamonds, then craft the sword
- Can be upgraded to Netherite Sword at a Smithing Table
Version History
- Diamond ore distribution changed in 1.18 to concentrate at Y -59
Additional Notes
Deals 7 attack damage. Can be upgraded to netherite at a Smithing Table.