New evidence for the Arkenstone-Silmaril case - The Barrow-Downs Discussion Forum

kharank · 12-07-2002, 11:07 AM

Fantastic arguments have been put forward here. I never considered that the Arkenstone could be a Silmaril until now!
The sticking point for me though is that if Erebor is not a volcano, its more unlikely for the Silmaril to have resurfaced there. The Atlas of Middle-Earth tells us that the mountain had a wealth of gold and jewels, but makes no mention of volcanic activity.
Nevertheless, a great suggestion, definitely worth thinking about...

12-07-2002, 11:07 AM	#11
kharank Animated Skeleton Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Belgium Posts: 31	Fantastic arguments have been put forward here. I never considered that the Arkenstone could be a Silmaril until now! The sticking point for me though is that if Erebor is not a volcano, its more unlikely for the Silmaril to have resurfaced there. The Atlas of Middle-Earth tells us that the mountain had a wealth of gold and jewels, but makes no mention of volcanic activity. Nevertheless, a great suggestion, definitely worth thinking about... __________________ High Lord Kharank has spoken