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Minecraft Glowstone item

Glowstone

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A light-emitting block that glows without fire, stackable up to 64, and easily broken with any tool.

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About

Glowstone is a naturally luminous block found in the Nether. It emits a light level of 15, making it useful for lighting builds without the fire hazard of torches or lava. The block breaks instantly with any tool or by hand, dropping 2, 4 glowstone dust.

Admins typically place glowstone in creative builds, mob farms, or underground bases where ambient lighting is needed. Since it stacks to 64, it's efficient to stockpile for large lighting projects. Use /give @p minecraft:glowstone 1 to spawn it directly into inventory, and adjust the count as needed for bulk placement.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I get the Glowstone without spawning it?
Yes. The Glowstone can also be obtained through normal Minecraft progression. Admins usually spawn it for speed when testing, running events, or outfitting players, which is what the commands on this page are for.
What is the Glowstone?
A light-emitting block that glows without fire, stackable up to 64, and easily broken with any tool.
What is the Glowstone used for?
Glowstone is a naturally luminous block found in the Nether. It emits a light level of 15, making it useful for lighting builds without the fire hazard of torches or lava. The block breaks instantly with any tool or by hand, dropping 2, 4 glowstone dust.
When was the Glowstone data last updated?
The Glowstone entry was last verified on GameServersCodex on June 29, 2026. We track the live Minecraft build, so the IDs and commands here reflect the current patch.
What items are related to the Glowstone?
See the Related section at the bottom of this page for items commonly used alongside the Glowstone, or open Browse Games to explore the full Minecraft database.
Which game is the Glowstone from?
The Glowstone is from Minecraft. Every ID, code, and command on this page is specific to Minecraft and its current live build.
What is the item id of the Glowstone?
The item id of the Glowstone is minecraft:glowstone.
What is the numerical id of the Glowstone?
The numerical id of the Glowstone is 89.
What is the give command of the Glowstone?
The give command of the Glowstone is /give @p minecraft:glowstone 1.
What is the stackable of the Glowstone?
The stackable of the Glowstone is Yes.
What is the max stack size of the Glowstone?
The max stack size of the Glowstone is 64.
What is the hardness of the Glowstone?
The hardness of the Glowstone is 0.3.
What is the diggable of the Glowstone?
The diggable of the Glowstone is Yes.

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