Legendary Shards

Legendary Shards is a basic currency in Destiny 2.

Uses
This currency has a wide variety of uses that include the following:
 * Infusing rare and higher tier gear to boost its Power level.
 * Upgrading legendary and higher tier weapons into masterworks.
 * Purchasing previously acquired or unlocked items and gear from Collections.
 * Exchanging for various resources and Enhancement Cores with the Spider in the Tangled Shore.
 * Purchasing inventory from Xûr and other various vendors throughout the game.