An Uncommon Shield, item level 32, requires level 27, binds when equipped.
On Forged-Iron Shield's most active realm, the lowest Auction House listing has typically been around 5,387 gold61 silver across its tracked history (Sep 2022 to Jun 2026), ranging from 7 silver to 18,712 gold4 silver. About 2 were available in the latest snapshot.
The current lowest price is 70% below typical, against a All-Time typical of 5,387 gold61 silver.
First seen in build 3.80.2.69874 (Wrath of the Lich King).
In Wrath of the Lich King it is item level 134, requires level 68 and sells to vendors for 5g 49s 30c. In MoP Classic it is item level 134, requires level 68 and sells to vendors for 5g 49s 30c.
| Version | Item level | Required level | Quality | Binding | Sells for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Retail (Midnight) | 32 | 27 | Uncommon | Binds when equipped | 44g 31s 46c |
| Wrath of the Lich King | 134 | 68 | Uncommon | Binds when equipped | 5g 49s 30c |
| MoP Classic | 134 | 68 | Uncommon | Binds when equipped | 5g 49s 30c |
In the Appearances collection, Forged-Iron Shield is listed as World Drop. Appearance ID: 9542. 1 other item wears the same appearance:
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 Forged-Iron Shield (item level 32) in item level among Armor > Shield, Shield slot, from item level 29 to 35.
| Item | Item Level | Requires Level | Stats | Lowest Listed Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Forged-Iron Shield (this item) | 32 | 27 | +4 Strength, +6 Stamina, +13 Intellect. World Drop | 200 gold on 16 realms |
 Zangari Shield | 31 | 25 | +4 Strength, +6 Stamina, +13 Intellect. World Drop | 150 gold on 61 realms |
 Outland Shield | 31 | 26 | +4 Strength, +6 Stamina, +13 Intellect. World Drop | 50 gold on 60 realms |
| Shield of the Wayward Footman | 31 | 26 | +4 Strength, +6 Stamina, +8 Parry, +13 Intellect. World Drop | 400 gold on 49 realms |
 Modani War-Shield | 30 | 25 | +4 Strength, +6 Stamina, +13 Intellect. World Drop | 40 gold on 50 realms |
 The Face of Doom | 30 | 25 | +4 Strength, +6 Stamina, +2 Versatility, +4 Dodge, +13 Intellect. Crafted with Classic Blacksmithing | 10,173 gold on 73 realms |
 Frozen Shield | 35 | 30 | +4 Strength, +7 Stamina, +13 Intellect. World Drop | 27 gold on 52 realms |
 Hero's Buckler | 29 | 24 | +4 Strength, +6 Stamina, +5 Critical Strike, +12 Intellect. World Drop | 173 gold on 52 realms |
 Engraved Wall | 29 | 23 | +4 Strength, +6 Stamina, +12 Intellect. World Drop | 179 gold on 57 realms |
 Sacred Guardian | 29 | +4 Strength, +6 Stamina, +12 Intellect. Crafted with Classic Blacksmithing | 1,999 gold on 67 realms | |
 Titansteel Shield Wall | 35 | 30 | +4 Strength, +7 Stamina, +8 Dodge, +13 Intellect. Crafted with Northrend Blacksmithing | 1,909 gold on 72 realms |
Frozen Shield has the highest item level here (35). The lowest listed price among them is Frozen Shield at 27 gold in the US Auction House.
Next item levels up from Forged-Iron Shield among Armor > Shield, Shield slot: Blockade's Lost Shield (item level 37), Ward of the Red Widow (item level 37), Shardback Shield (item level 40), Gul'rok Shield (item level 40) and Steelforged Shield (item level 44).
Nearest lower item levels below Forged-Iron Shield among Armor > Shield, Shield slot: Warmonger's Buckler (item level 26), Brutish Shield (item level 26), Bloodforged Shield (item level 26), Gryphon Mail Buckler (item level 26) and Troll Protector (item level 25).
Built from the World of Warcraft client build files and recorded Auction House snapshots.
Forged-Iron Shield uses icon file 134991, which 9 other items also use. The 8 closest by item ID:
Riveted Shield ID 36445 · Armor - Shield · item level 32Vrykul Shield ID 36449 · Armor - Shield · item level 33Embossed Brazen Shield ID 36453 · Armor - Shield · item level 34Infiltrator'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 36446 (36441 to 36451) were usually added in the same batch as Forged-Iron Shield: the same quest line, zone, vendor or reward set.
Pearl Woven Choker ID 36441 · Armor · item level 34
Silken Cord Amulet ID 36442 · Armor · item level 34
Platinum Medallion ID 36443 · Armor · item level 35
Ice Encrusted Amulet ID 36444 · Armor · item level 35Riveted Shield ID 36445 · Armor - Shield · item level 32
Kaskala Buckler ID 36447 · Armor - Shield · item level 32Spiked 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 33The raw ItemSparse values for item 36446 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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