Place 2: The Three Rings of the Elves
There is more detailed information about the Rings possessed by the Elves. Unlike the other Rings of Power, these were forged without Sauron’s involvement by Celebrimbor and thus remained free from the dark lord’s influence.
However, even these Rings ultimately had to succumb to the One Ring. The Rings of the Elves granted their bearers long life, stability, and resistance against the “weariness of the world.” Sauron desperately wanted to take them, but he could not. The three Rings of the Elves were as follows:
Narya
This Ring bore the name “Ring of Fire” and had a ruby set in it. Its first owner was none other than Círdan, a very powerful Elf, who passed Narya on to Gandalf. The Ring had the ability to strengthen hearts. Few in Middle-earth knew where Narya was located – only Círdan, Gandalf, Galadriel, and Elrond.
Nenya
The “Ring of Water” was made from the material mithril and contained a sparkling diamond. It was in the possession of Galadriel and helped her to build her realm. The Ring offered protection and prevented evil.
Vilya
This Ring was known as the “Ring of Air.” It is distinguished by a large sapphire and its material – pure gold. Its owner was a powerful and influential Elf: Gil-galad. He fought alongside Elendil against Sauron – referring to that important battle that is seen at the beginning of “The Fellowship” when the dark lord was driven out. Before Gil-galad died, Vilya passed to Elrond, who ensured that this mightiest of all Elven Rings was safely kept in Rivendell.
