🏗️ Iron Bar

Iron Bar is a smelted resource in Stardew Valley crafted from Iron Ore using a Furnace. It is an essential crafting material that contributes to a variety of items, tools, and upgrades. Iron Bars are highly valued for their versatility across both early and mid-game crafting projects and upgrades.

💎 Sources

Iron Bars can be obtained in the following ways:

• Crafted from 5 Iron Ore in a Furnace
• Found in treasure chests while fishing
• Can be acquired by breaking barrels or crates in the mines
• Occasionally found in supply crates or treasure rooms in Skull Cavern

🔧 Uses

Iron Bars are used for various crafting and upgrading purposes:

• Crafting: Required for crafting tools, weapons, and various items like Kegs and Preserves Jars
• Building: Essential for aesthetic structures and upgrades to farm buildings
• Quests: Occasionally requested in Help Wanted board quests
• Bundles: Needed for the Blacksmith’s Bundle in the Pantry

💰 Profitability

Iron Bars can be sold for a decent price, offering a solid profit margin when produced in bulk:

• Sell for 100g each at Pierre’s or via the Shipping Bin
• Considerable value when transformed into higher-tier crafting products
• Demanded for crafting high-value items like Gold Bars or Iridium Bars as you progress

💡 Tips & Strategies

• Focus on mining Iron Ore in the early game to ensure a steady supply of Iron Bars
• Upgrade your Furnace to a Steel Furnace for faster processing of Iron Ore
• Use Crab Pots to fish for Iron Bars in treasure chests as a bonus while fishing
• Always check the Traveling Cart for possible Iron Bar sales on Mondays