Mithril is a fictional metal found in J. R. R. Tolkien 's Middle-earth writings. It is described as resembling silver, but being stronger and lighter than steel.

The name mithril came from two words in Sindarin — mith, meaning "grey", and ril meaning "glitter". Mithril was also called "fancy-silver" by Men or "grand-silver" while the Dwarves had their own, secret …

Feb 5, 2025 · Mithril, Moria-silver, silver-steel [1] or true-silver called by some, was a precious metal highly prized for its strength, light weight, and malleability. The Dwarves had their own, secret name …

Sep 5, 2024 · Mithril is a light but strong metal in Middle-earth. But what else is Mithril, and why is it important to the dwarves in The Rings of Power?

Jun 26, 2025 · Mithril is a fictional metal that originates from J. R. R. Tolkien 's legendarium. Tolkien is known for his works such as The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings. It is a silver metal that is lighter …

Dec 4, 2023 · Frodo's mithril shirt, also known as a mithril "coat" or "vest," that saves him from an orc's spear (a cave troll in the movies) in the Mines of Moria has a history all of its own. In the books, …

Most famously connected to the dwarves of Khazad-dûm, but coveted by many, Mithril becomes one of the most valuable object in all Middle-earth. Lightweight and immensely strong, it would be used...

6 days ago · Coined by J. R. R. Tolkien in his constructed language Sindarin as mithril, from mith (“pale grey”) + a derivative of the Primitive Elvish root * ril- (‘brilliant light, glitter’).

Mithril is the strongest metal known in Middle-earth. It looks similar to silver. It does not weigh much, and it is easy to make into things. Mithril is very rare and precious. It was only found in Khazad-dûm …

Sep 6, 2024 · Mithril is a precious metal known to be both lightweight and strong, making it ideal for armor, weapons, and many other things. It's worth ten times its weight in gold and does not tarnish.