Pixel art illustration of a cyan diamond axe with a wooden stick handle
Minecraft Java Item ID

Diamond Axe ID

The diamond axe is a diamond-tier axe. It offers high speed and strong durability.

✓ Verified for Java Edition 1.21.11
Namespaced item ID minecraft:diamond_axe

Diamond Axe Item Facts

CategoryTools
Maximum stack1
Available inSurvival and Creative
Historical numerical ID279

Historical numerical ID: Reviewed for Java Edition 1.12.2 and earlier.

Give Command for Diamond Axe

Copy the current Java Edition command, or open the generator to change the player and quantity.

/give @p minecraft:diamond_axe 1

Customize this command → Open in Enchantment Builder → View crafting recipe →

Historical command for Java 1.12.2 and earlier

Modern namespaced IDs are recommended. This numerical form is only for old Java releases.

/give @p 279 1

Give command syntax by version

Java 1.13+
/give @p minecraft:diamond_axe 1
Namespaced ID (current format)
Java 1.8–1.12.2
/give @p 279 1 0
Numerical ID + data value
Bedrock Edition
/give @p minecraft:diamond_axe 1
Same namespaced ID (namespace optional)

Rows appear only when the underlying value is verified: the Java 1.8–1.12.2 row requires a reviewed historical numerical ID, and the Bedrock row appears only when this exact namespaced ID exists in the Bedrock registry.

How to Get Diamond Axe

Crafting Recipe

DiamondDiamond
DiamondStick
Stick

Crafting table recipe — makes 1 × Diamond Axe.

Prefer commands? Jump back to the give command matrix above to get Diamond Axe instantly.

Diamond Axe Command Examples

  • Give 1 to nearest player: /give @p minecraft:diamond_axe 1
  • Give 1 to yourself: /give @s minecraft:diamond_axe 1
  • Give to a specific player: /give PlayerName minecraft:diamond_axe 1
  • Clear from inventory: /clear @p minecraft:diamond_axe

Compatible Enchantments for Diamond Axe

Diamond Axe can receive these enchantments from an enchanting table or anvil. Some of them are mutually exclusive; each enchantment page lists its incompatible partners.

Diamond Axe FAQ

What is the item ID for Diamond Axe?

The item ID for Diamond Axe is minecraft:diamond_axe. Java Edition commands such as /give, /clear, and /setblock use this namespaced ID.

What is the numerical ID for Diamond Axe?

Diamond Axe has the historical numerical ID 279, used in Java Edition 1.12.2 and earlier. Current versions use minecraft:diamond_axe instead.

How do I give myself Diamond Axe in Minecraft?

Open the chat window and run /give @p minecraft:diamond_axe 1 to give the nearest player one Diamond Axe. Replace @p with a player name to target someone else.

How many Diamond Axe can stack in one slot?

Diamond Axe stacks up to 1 per inventory slot.

How do you craft Diamond Axe?

Diamond Axe is crafted on a crafting table with 3 diamonds and 2 sticks, which yields 1 Diamond Axe.

Sources and Data Review

Item facts were reviewed for Java Edition 1.21.11 on .

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