How are item prices calculated in Stardew Valley?

Base prices are taken directly from Stardew Valley 1.6 game files. Quality multipliers apply: Silver = 1.25x, Gold = 1.5x, Iridium = 2x. Profession bonuses like Tiller (+10%) and Artisan (+40%) stack with quality multipliers.

What is the profit difference between Keg and Preserves Jar?

Kegs generally yield higher profits for fruits (wine sells for 3x base price), while Preserves Jars are faster (3 days vs 7 days for wine) and better for vegetables. Use our calculator to compare profits for specific items.

How often is StardewPriceDB updated?

We verify all prices against Stardew Valley 1.6.14 game data after each game update. Check our About page for the last verification date.

Where can I catch Halibut in Stardew Valley?

Halibut can be caught at Ocean. Found in the ocean during spring, summer, and winter.

What season is Halibut available?

Halibut is available during Spring and Summer and Winter from 6:00 AM - 11:00 AM, 7:00 PM - 2:00 AM. It appears in any weather.

How much does Halibut sell for?

Halibut has a base sell price of 80g. With the Angler profession (+25%), it sells for 100g. Silver quality sells for 100g, Gold for 120g, and Iridium for 160g.

How hard is it to catch Halibut?

Halibut has a difficulty rating of 50, a moderate challenge. It has Sinker behavior. Has split active times—morning and evening. Plan your beach trips accordingly.

Halibut

A flat fish that lives on the ocean floor. One of the largest flatfish species.

Spring Summer Winter Medium (50)

Base Price

80g

Where & When to Find Halibut

Location

Ocean

Found in the ocean during spring, summer, and winter.

Time & Conditions

6:00 AM - 11:00 AM, 7:00 PM - 2:00 AM

Any weather

Difficulty & Catching Strategy

Difficulty: 50

Medium

Moderate challenge

EasyHardLegend (110)

Sinker Behavior

Tends to drop toward the bottom of the bar. Will occasionally jump up.

Tip: Keep your bar low and be ready for sudden upward jumps.

Expert Tips for Halibut

Has split active times—morning and evening. Plan your beach trips accordingly.

Recommended Tackle

Lead Bobber

Bar doesn't bounce

Best for: Sinker behavior fish

Trap Bobber

Slower catch bar drain

Best for: Difficult fish that move a lot

Tackle requires an Iridium Rod. Purchase from Willy's shop at Fishing Level 6.

Sell Prices by Quality

Angler: Inactive

Quality	Price	Multiplier
Normal	80g	1.0x
Silver	100g	1.25x
Gold	120g	1.5x
Iridium	160g	2.0x

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Angler's Pro Tip

Strategy Analysis (v1.6)

Best Tackle

Difficulty

Rarity

Uses for Halibut

Sashimi
Fish pond
Bundle fish

Did You Know?

Halibut are born with eyes on both sides of their head, but one eye migrates as they mature!