Information on Minecraft Ores
Minecraft ores
Ore Stats
This page summarizes where to find each ore, how much you can find, and what you need to mine it.
| Ore Name | Quantity Per Block | Best Y-Level | Pickaxe Requirement | Vein Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Coal | 1 | 96+ | Wood | 1-37 |
| Copper | 2-5 | 46 | Stone | 1-16 |
| Iron | 1 | 16 | Stone | 1-13 |
| Gold | 1 | -16 | Iron | 1-13 |
| Redstone | 4-5 | -59 | Iron | 1-10 |
| Lapis | 4-9 | 0 | Stone | 1-10 |
| Emerald | 1 | 100 | Iron | 1-4 |
| Diamond | 1 | -59 | Iron | 1-8 |
- Best Y-Level
- Y coordinate where the ore is most common.
- Pickaxe Requirement
- Lowest tier pickaxe that can mine the ore.
- Vein Size
- Range of blocks in a single ore vein.