A Rare One-Handed Mace, item level 34, requires level 28, binds when equipped.
On Unknown Archaeologist's Hammer's most active realm, the lowest Auction House listing has typically been around 1,193,321 gold37 silver across its tracked history (Sep 2022 to Jun 2026), ranging from 69,407 gold75 silver to 7,531,500 gold16 silver. About 2 were available in the latest snapshot.
The current lowest price is 338% above typical, against a All-Time typical of 1,193,321 gold37 silver.
First seen in build 3.80.2.69874 (Wrath of the Lich King).
In Wrath of the Lich King it is item level 163, requires level 72 and sells to vendors for 11s 53c. In MoP Classic it is item level 163, requires level 72 and sells to vendors for 11g 53s 86c.
| Version | Item level | Required level | Quality | Binding | Sells for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Retail (Midnight) | 34 | 28 | Rare | Binds when equipped | 78g 89s 78c |
| Wrath of the Lich King | 163 | 72 | Rare | Binds when equipped | 11s 53c |
| MoP Classic | 163 | 72 | Rare | Binds when equipped | 11g 53s 86c |
In the Appearances collection, Unknown Archaeologist's Hammer is listed as World Drop. Appearance ID: 8719.
Read from the World of Warcraft client build files.
In their in-game specialization descriptions, these specs name maces among their preferred weapons:
The 10 items nearest to Unknown Archaeologist's Hammer (item level 34) in item level among Weapon > Mace, from item level 30 to 38.
| Item | Item Level | Requires Level | Stats | Lowest Listed Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unknown Archaeologist's Hammer (this item) | 34 | 28 | 4.4 DPS, +3 Agility, +9 Haste. World Drop | 327,517 gold on 27 realms |
 Adamant Mallet | 34 | 29 | 4.4 DPS, +4 Agility, +6 Stamina. World Drop | 15 gold on 45 realms |
 Serene Hammer | 34 | 29 | 2.1 DPS, +4 Intellect, +6 Stamina. World Drop | 15 gold on 50 realms |
 The Essence Focuser | 32 | 27 | 2.1 DPS, +4 Intellect, +6 Stamina, +11 Versatility. World Drop | 150 gold on 53 realms |
 Queen's Insignia | 32 | 26 | 2.1 DPS, +4 Intellect, +6 Stamina. World Drop | 15 gold on 47 realms |
 Gurubashi Punisher | 37 | 32 | 4.4 DPS, +4 Strength, +6 Stamina, +3 Critical Strike, +4 Haste. World Drop | 5 gold on 55 realms |
 Spirit-Clad Mace | 31 | 25 | 2.1 DPS, +4 Intellect, +6 Stamina. World Drop | 158 gold on 46 realms |
 Immaculate Scepter | 38 | 34 | 2.3 DPS, +4 Intellect, +6 Stamina. World Drop | 5 gold on 51 realms |
 Hex-Caster Gavel | 38 | 35 | 2.3 DPS, +4 Intellect, +6 Stamina. World Drop | 125 gold on 49 realms |
 Fel Iron Hammer | 30 | 25 | 2.1 DPS, +4 Intellect, +5 Stamina, +7 Versatility. Crafted with Outland Blacksmithing | 999 gold on 47 realms |
 Silvermoon War-Mace | 30 | 25 | 4.0 DPS, +4 Strength, +5 Stamina. World Drop | 250 gold on 54 realms |
Immaculate Scepter has the highest item level here (38). The lowest listed price among them is Immaculate Scepter at 5 gold in the US Auction House.
Next item levels up from Unknown Archaeologist's Hammer among Weapon > Mace: Tremendous Tankard O' Terror (item level 44), Notorious Combatant's Discombobulator (item level 60), Plundered Mogu Scepter (item level 60), Plundered Paragon's Mace (item level 60) and Plundered Geode Gavel (item level 60).
Nearest lower item levels below Unknown Archaeologist's Hammer among Weapon > Mace: Mug O' Hurt (item level 24), Southsea Lamp (item level 24), Ebony Boneclub (item level 24), Heaven's Light (item level 24) and Big Black Mace (item level 24).
Built from the World of Warcraft client build files and recorded Auction House snapshots.
Unknown Archaeologist's Hammer uses icon file 133539, which 5 other items also use. The 4 closest by item ID:
D.E.H.T.A. Trap Smasher ID 35228 · Quest "For Use On Mammoth Traps"Melia's Magnificent Scepter ID 37805 · Weapon - One-Handed Mace · item level 33Crimson Cranium Crusher ID 41824 · Weapon - One-Handed Mace · item level 35Hammer of Wrenching Change ID 44747 · Weapon - One-Handed Mace · item level 34Blizzard numbers items as they are created, so the named items next to ID 35664 (35659 to 35670) were usually added in the same batch as Unknown Archaeologist's Hammer: the same quest line, zone, vendor or reward set.
Treads of Aspiring Heights ID 35659 · Armor - Leather · item level 34
Spinneret Epaulets ID 35660 · Armor - Leather · item level 34
Signet of Arachnathid Command ID 35661 · Armor · item level 34
Wing Cover Girdle ID 35662 · Armor - Mail · item level 34
Charmed Silken Cord ID 35663 · Armor - Cloth · item level 34
Soothing Lichen Wraps ID 35665 · Armor - Leather · item level 34
Mark of the Spider ID 35666 · Armor · item level 34
Prison Casing ID 35668 · Quest "These metal scraps are covered with glowing blue runes."
Energy Core ID 35669 · Quest "A powerful aura surrounds this device."
Brann's Lost Mining Helmet ID 35670 · Armor - Plate · item level 35The raw ItemSparse values for item 35664 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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