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Stardew Valley: How To Get & Use The Crystalarium

Author : Zachary Jan 07,2025

Stardew Valley: A Comprehensive Guide to Crystalariums – Maximize Your Gemstone Profits!

Stardew Valley offers more than just farming; shrewd players seek diverse profit streams, and gemstones are a valuable commodity. These shiny rocks aren't just visually appealing and valuable, they also serve crafting purposes and make excellent gifts. However, tirelessly mining for rare gemstones can be inefficient. This is where the Crystalarium shines! This remarkable device allows you to multiply gemstones and minerals exponentially. This guide provides a complete overview, updated for the latest game version (1.6).

Crystalarium

Acquiring a Crystalarium

Unlocking the Crystalarium recipe requires reaching Mining Skill Level 9. Crafting demands:

  • 99 Stone: Easily obtained by breaking rocks on your farm or in the Mines.
  • 5 Gold Bars: Smelt Gold Ore (found at mine levels 80 and below) using Coal in a Furnace.
  • 2 Iridium Bars: Mine Iridium in Skull Cavern or obtain it daily from the Statue of Perfection (smelt as above).
  • 1 Battery Pack: Place Lightning Rods outside during thunderstorms; they'll attract lightning and create Battery Packs.

Alternative acquisition methods exist:

  • Community Center Bundle: Complete the 25,000g bundle in the Vault to receive a Crystalarium.
  • Museum Donation: Donate at least 50 minerals (gemstones or geode minerals) to the Museum.

Utilizing the Crystalarium

Crystalarium in use

Place your Crystalarium anywhere – indoors or outdoors. The Quarry is a popular location for mass production.

The Crystalarium replicates any mineral or gemstone (except Prismatic Shards). Quartz has the shortest growth time but low value. Diamonds offer the highest return despite a 5-day growth period.

To relocate a Crystalarium, use an axe or pickaxe; this will return it to your inventory. Any gem currently being replicated will also drop. Changing the gem within a Crystalarium is simple: interact with it while holding the desired gem. The current gem will be ejected, and the new gem will begin replicating.

With a few precious gems and some patience, your profits will skyrocket! Diamonds, in particular, are highly valued gifts that will increase your friendships throughout Pelican Town.

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