๐Ÿ—‘๏ธ Iridium Trash Can

The Iridium Trash Can is the final upgrade to the Trash Can in Stardew Valley. It is obtained by bringing 5 Iridium Bars and 12,500g to Clint at the Blacksmith. This ultimate upgrade allows the player to reclaim 60% of an item’s base value when discarding it, making inventory management far less punishing in the late game.

โš’๏ธ Uses

The Iridium Trash Can maximizes the value of discarded items:

  • Deletes items from the player’s inventory
  • Refunds 60% of the item’s base gold value
  • Usable even while Clint is working on the upgrade
  • Best option for late-game farming, mining, and artisan production

๐Ÿ”ผ Upgrade Details

Upgrade Path: Trash Can → Copper Trash CanSteel Trash CanGold Trash CanIridium Trash Can
Requirement Details
Bars 5 Iridium Bars
Cost 12,500g
Time 2 days at the Blacksmith
Result Refunds 60% of trashed item’s value

๐Ÿ’ก Tips & Strategies

  • Best used in the late game when discarding high-value artisan goods, ores, or rare items
  • Provides the maximum refund, making it the ultimate inventory safety net
  • Not a priority upgrade compared to farming and mining tools, but very convenient
  • Consider upgrading once your farm regularly produces expensive goods