It won’t take long to familiarize yourself with the majority of the tips and tricks in Stardew Valley, especially when it comes to obtaining the more common resources. However, some elusive items can be harder to track down, leading to their mysterious nature. One such item is the Nautilus Shell. While it may not be the best gift option, it plays a role in certain quests and is used for dyeing. If you’ve been combing the beach all summer and haven’t spotted one, you’re almost there! Here’s how you can obtain Nautilus Shells.
How to Obtain Nautilus Shells
You’re most likely to find Nautilus Shells by foraging on the beach, which is the logical place to search. However, if you’re looking during the summer months, your efforts will be in vain. The only time these shells can be gathered from the beach is in winter.
Aside from scavenging along the chilly sands, there are a few other methods to acquire Nautilus Shells, although they all depend on chance. You might receive one as a gift from Demetrius at any point or from fellow villagers during the Feast of the Winter Star. If you have activated either the Shrine of Challenge or the Danger In The Deep quest, Nautilus Shells can also spawn within the first 29 levels of the Mines.
Lastly, keep an eye on the Travelling Cart—it has the potential to sell a Nautilus Shell for anywhere between 360g and 1,000g if luck is on your side.
