eth_getBlockByNumber - Zora RPC Method
Retrieve complete block data by block number on Zora. Perfect for NFT creators, digital artists, brands, and onchain media builders building on the creator-first L2 powering $353M+ in NFT trading volume with 179K+ active creators.
Returns information about a block by block number on Zora.
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Use Cases
The eth_getBlockByNumber method is essential for:
- Block explorers - Display complete block information
- Transaction indexers - Process all transactions in a block
- Analytics platforms - Analyze blockchain data for low-cost NFT minting, onchain media monetization, and creator-owned token economies
- Timestamp verification - Get block timestamps for time-based logic
Code Examples
Error Handling
| Error Code | Message | Description |
|---|---|---|
| -32602 | Invalid params | Invalid block number or parameter format |
| -32000 | Block not found | Block does not exist |
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eth_getBlockByHash
Retrieve complete block data by block hash on Zora. Essential for NFT creators, digital artists, brands, and onchain media builders building on the creator-first L2 powering $353M+ in NFT trading volume with 179K+ active creators.