An Uncommon Shield, item level 34, requires level 28, binds when equipped.
On Embossed Brazen Shield's most active realm, the lowest Auction House listing has typically been around 15,972 gold13 silver across its tracked history (Sep 2022 to Jun 2026), ranging from 2,260 gold31 silver to 176,089 gold94 silver. About 3 were available in the latest snapshot.
The current lowest price is 2978% above typical, against a All-Time typical of 15,972 gold13 silver.
First seen in build 3.80.2.69874 (Wrath of the Lich King).
In Wrath of the Lich King it is item level 162, requires level 75 and sells to vendors for 6g 24s 15c. In MoP Classic it is item level 162, requires level 75 and sells to vendors for 6g 24s 15c.
| Version | Item level | Required level | Quality | Binding | Sells for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Retail (Midnight) | 34 | 28 | Uncommon | Binds when equipped | 42g 88s 75c |
| Wrath of the Lich King | 162 | 75 | Uncommon | Binds when equipped | 6g 24s 15c |
| MoP Classic | 162 | 75 | Uncommon | Binds when equipped | 6g 24s 15c |
In the Appearances collection, Embossed Brazen Shield is listed as World Drop. Appearance ID: 9549. No other item uses this appearance, so it is unique to Embossed Brazen Shield.
Read from the World of Warcraft client build files.
In their in-game specialization descriptions, these specs name shields among their preferred weapons:
The 10 items nearest to Embossed Brazen Shield (item level 34) in item level among Armor > Shield, Shield slot, from item level 31 to 37.
| Item | Item Level | Requires Level | Stats | Lowest Listed Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Embossed Brazen Shield (this item) | 34 | 28 | +4 Strength, +6 Stamina, +13 Intellect. World Drop | 2,999 gold on 29 realms |
 Frozen Shield | 35 | 30 | +4 Strength, +7 Stamina, +13 Intellect. World Drop | 70 gold on 47 realms |
 Titansteel Shield Wall | 35 | 30 | +4 Strength, +7 Stamina, +8 Dodge, +13 Intellect. Crafted with Northrend Blacksmithing | 1,940 gold on 73 realms |
 Zom's Crackling Bulwark | 35 | 30 | +4 Strength, +7 Stamina, +7 Versatility, +13 Intellect. World Drop | 5,000 gold on 63 realms |
 Northern Barrier | 35 | 30 | +4 Strength, +7 Stamina, +3 Versatility, +3 Critical Strike, +3 Haste, +13 Intellect. Boss Drop | 25 gold on 56 realms |
 Crystal Pulse Shield | 32 | 27 | +4 Strength, +6 Stamina, +5 Versatility, +13 Intellect. World Drop | 167 gold on 57 realms |
 Spiritguard Shield | 37 | 32 | +5 Strength, +7 Stamina, +5 Versatility, +4 Mastery, +14 Intellect. Crafted with Pandaria Blacksmithing | 10 gold on 47 realms |
 Zangari Shield | 31 | 25 | +4 Strength, +6 Stamina, +13 Intellect. World Drop | 75 gold on 61 realms |
 Outland Shield | 31 | 26 | +4 Strength, +6 Stamina, +13 Intellect. World Drop | 50 gold on 55 realms |
 Zulian Swirling Shield | 37 | 32 | +5 Strength, +7 Stamina, +5 Critical Strike, +4 Haste, +14 Intellect. World Drop | 400 gold on 50 realms |
| Shield of the Wayward Footman | 31 | 26 | +4 Strength, +6 Stamina, +8 Parry, +13 Intellect. World Drop | 499 gold on 51 realms |
Zulian Swirling Shield has the highest item level here (37). The lowest listed price among them is Spiritguard Shield at 10 gold in the US Auction House.
Next item levels up from Embossed Brazen Shield among Armor > Shield, Shield slot: Steelforged Shield (item level 44), Steelforged Aegis (item level 44), Stonecrag Shield (item level 44), Sinister Combatant's Shield (item level 60) and Notorious Combatant's Shield (item level 60).
Nearest lower item levels below Embossed Brazen Shield among Armor > Shield, Shield slot: Crusader's Shield (item level 28), Ornate Shield (item level 28), Templar Shield (item level 28), Aegis of Stormwind (item level 27) and Overlord's Shield (item level 27).
Built from the World of Warcraft client build files and recorded Auction House snapshots.
Embossed Brazen Shield uses icon file 134991, which 9 other items also use. The 8 closest by item ID:
Vrykul Shield ID 36449 · Armor - Shield · item level 33Forged-Iron Shield ID 36446 · Armor - Shield · item level 32Riveted Shield ID 36445 · Armor - Shield · item level 32Infiltrator's Shield ID 39874 · Armor - Shield · item level 33Cobalt Triangle Shield ID 40668 · Armor - Shield · item level 32Saronite Bulwark ID 41113 · Armor - Shield · item level 35Valiant Bulwark ID 72982 · Armor - Shield · item level 35Zealous Bulwark ID 72983 · Armor - Shield · item level 35Blizzard numbers items as they are created, so the named items next to ID 36453 (36448 to 36458) were usually added in the same batch as Embossed Brazen Shield: the same quest line, zone, vendor or reward set.
Spiked Targe ID 36448 · Armor - Shield · item level 32Vrykul Shield ID 36449 · Armor - Shield · item level 33Strapped Heater Shield ID 36450 · Armor - Shield · item level 33
Kamagua Shield ID 36451 · Armor - Shield · item level 33Spoke Shield ID 36452 · Armor - Shield · item level 33Domed Buckler ID 36454 · Armor - Shield · item level 34Plated Bulwark ID 36455 · Armor - Shield · item level 34Icy Kite Shield ID 36456 · Armor - Shield · item level 34Ivory Shield ID 36457 · Armor - Shield · item level 35Frozen Shield ID 36458 · Armor - Shield · item level 35The raw ItemSparse values for item 36453 in the current client build.
Read from the World of Warcraft client build files: Item, ItemSparse, Lock, Holidays, AreaTable and CollectableSourceVendor.
First-party render from the game files. Model © Blizzard Entertainment.
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