This guide details how to obtain and utilize Prismatic Shards in Stardew Valley, updated for version 1.6. These rare, rainbow-colored gemstones are valuable for crafting, gifting, and completing quests.

Prismatic Shard Locations:

Several locations offer a chance to find Prismatic Shards, though the probability varies:

• Mines (post-completion): 0.05% chance from any monster.
• Fish Ponds (Rainbow Trout): 0.09% chance from the chum bucket (requires at least 9 Rainbow Trout).
• Skull Cavern: 0.1% chance from Serpents, Mummies, Wilderness Golems, and Iridium Golems (Combat Level 10+).
• Geodes & Mystery Boxes: 0.4% chance from Omni Geodes and Mystery Boxes; 0.79% from Golden Mystery Boxes.
• Iridium Nodes: 3.5% chance from Iridium Nodes in Skull Cavern, Volcano Dungeon, or Quarry.
• Treasure Chests (Skull Cavern): Approximately 3.8% chance.
• Mystic Nodes: 25% chance from Mystic Nodes (Skull Cavern, Quarry, Mines levels 100+).
• Meteorites: 25% chance from meteorites landing on your farm.
• Volcano Dungeon (first completion): One shard in a chest.
• Desert Festival (Emily's stall): One shard for 500 Calico Eggs (if Emily has a stall).

The most reliable method is the Statue of True Perfection, yielding one shard daily after achieving 100% perfection (see a separate guide for details).

Prismatic Shard Uses:

• Museum Donation: Contributes to the "Complete Collection" achievement.
• Selling: 2000g each.
• Crafting & Bundles: Part of the Missing Bundle (post-JojaMart completion) and the Wedding Ring (multiplayer).
• Gifting: A "Loved" gift for most villagers (except Haley).
• Weapons: Required for the Galaxy Sword (Calico Desert obelisk interaction). Used for enchanting in the Volcano Forge.
• Trades: Three shards trade for Magic Rock Candy from the Calico Desert trader (Thursdays). Can be used in a dark trade at the Witch's Hut.
• Quests: Required for Mr. Qi's Four Precious Stones quest.

Remember that while finding Prismatic Shards requires patience, knowing their potential sources significantly increases your chances. Good luck!