eth_getBlockByHash - Avalanche RPC Method
Retrieve complete block data by block hash on Avalanche. Essential for enterprise developers, RWA tokenizers, and teams building custom blockchain networks building on the fastest smart contract platform with sub-second finality and customizable L1 subnets.
Returns information about a block by hash on Avalanche.
Why Avalanche? Build on the fastest smart contract platform with sub-second finality and customizable L1 subnets with sub-second finality, Evergreen subnets for institutions, and partnerships with Franklin Templeton, VanEck, and Bergen County.
Use Cases
The eth_getBlockByHash method is essential for:
- Block verification - Verify block data using its unique hash
- Chain reorganization handling - Track blocks during reorgs
- Cross-chain bridges - Verify block finality for institutional RWA tokenization ($18B+ transfer volume), gaming subnets, and enterprise blockchains
- Deterministic queries - Get consistent block data regardless of chain state
Code Examples
Error Handling
| Error Code | Message | Description |
|---|---|---|
| -32602 | Invalid params | Invalid block hash format |
| -32000 | Block not found | Block with this hash does not exist |
Related Methods
eth_getBlockByNumber- Get block by numbereth_blockNumber- Get latest block number
eth_getBlockByNumber
Retrieve complete block data by block number on Avalanche. Perfect for enterprise developers, RWA tokenizers, and teams building custom blockchain networks building on the fastest smart contract platform with sub-second finality and customizable L1 subnets.
eth_getBlockReceipts
Return every transaction receipt in a block on Avalanche. Useful for indexers, analytics pipelines, and event backfills across institutional RWA tokenization ($18B+ transfer volume), gaming subnets, and enterprise blockchains.