Give Brush (Archaeology Tool)
Get the brush for excavating suspicious blocks
✅ Verified for Java 26.2 · Bedrock 26.32 — checked June 2026Gives a brush, the archaeology tool used to slowly excavate suspicious sand and gravel in trail ruins and desert temples. Brushing reveals pottery sherds, smithing templates, and other artifacts. Hold and use it steadily on the block until the item pops out.
/give @p brush14 characters
- Java: yes
- Bedrock: yes
- Command block: yes
- Needs cheats / OP: yes
How to use
- Open chat (T on Java, / on Bedrock).
- Paste the command and press Enter.
- Hold right-click on suspicious sand or gravel to excavate it.
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