Modern namespaced IDs are recommended. This numerical form is only for old Java releases.
/give @p 278 1
Give command syntax by version
Java 1.13+
/give @p minecraft:diamond_pickaxe 1
Namespaced ID (current format)
Java 1.8–1.12.2
/give @p 278 1 0
Numerical ID + data value
Bedrock Edition
/give @p minecraft:diamond_pickaxe 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 Pickaxe
Crafting Recipe
Diamond
Diamond
Diamond
Stick
Stick
Crafting table recipe — makes 1 × Diamond Pickaxe.
More Ways to Get It
Craft a Diamond Pickaxe with three diamonds and two sticks at a Crafting Table. It is the standard tool for mining obsidian and many high-tier blocks efficiently.
Collect three diamonds and two sticks.
Use a Crafting Table to arrange the ingredients in the pickaxe recipe.
Keep the pickaxe available before mining obsidian or building a Nether portal.
Quick answer: The modern Java item ID is minecraft:diamond_pickaxe. Craft it from three diamonds and two sticks; it is the standard tool for collecting obsidian in survival.
Why the diamond pickaxe changes progression
The diamond pickaxe is more than a faster tool. It lets a player collect obsidian, which unlocks Nether portals, enchanting tables, and ender chests. That makes it a common first choice when diamonds are scarce.
Before crafting, confirm you are not spending the same diamonds needed for an enchanting table or another immediate objective. If the pickaxe is missing from your tool kit, it usually creates the most new options.
Mine obsidian with the right tool
Obsidian takes time to break, so start in a safe place and avoid standing where lava can reach you. A diamond or netherite pickaxe is required to collect the block; weaker tools do not produce the obsidian item.
For a Creative test or a server kit, the give command above creates the pickaxe directly. Use the normal survival recipe when the goal is to follow the progression path.
Diamond Pickaxe Command Examples
Give 1 to nearest player: /give @p minecraft:diamond_pickaxe 1
Give 1 to yourself: /give @s minecraft:diamond_pickaxe 1
Give to a specific player: /give PlayerName minecraft:diamond_pickaxe 1
Clear from inventory: /clear @p minecraft:diamond_pickaxe
Compatible Enchantments for Diamond Pickaxe
Diamond Pickaxe can receive these enchantments from an enchanting table or anvil. Some of them are mutually exclusive; each enchantment page lists its incompatible partners.
Enchant a pickaxe for mining speed, drops, or durability.
Diamond Pickaxe FAQ
What is the item ID for Diamond Pickaxe?
The item ID for Diamond Pickaxe is minecraft:diamond_pickaxe. Java Edition commands such as /give, /clear, and /setblock use this namespaced ID.
What is the numerical ID for Diamond Pickaxe?
Diamond Pickaxe has the historical numerical ID 278, used in Java Edition 1.12.2 and earlier. Current versions use minecraft:diamond_pickaxe instead.
How do I give myself Diamond Pickaxe in Minecraft?
Open the chat window and run /give @p minecraft:diamond_pickaxe 1 to give the nearest player one Diamond Pickaxe. Replace @p with a player name to target someone else.
How many Diamond Pickaxe can stack in one slot?
Diamond Pickaxe stacks up to 1 per inventory slot.
How do you craft Diamond Pickaxe?
Diamond Pickaxe is crafted on a crafting table with 3 diamonds and 2 sticks, which yields 1 Diamond Pickaxe.
Can an iron pickaxe mine obsidian?
No. In normal survival play, you need a diamond or netherite pickaxe to collect obsidian successfully.
How durable is Diamond Pickaxe?
Diamond Pickaxe has a maximum durability of 1561, so it survives 1561 uses before breaking.
Sources and Data Review
Item facts were reviewed for Java Edition 26.2 on .
