
Modrinth · Minecraft mod
Modest Mining
A vanilla enhancing mod that aims to enhance the mining and tool systems, while also adding archaeology.
Quick answer
Which Modest Mining release matches 1.19.2 Forge?
Modest Mining 0.2.21 targets 1.19.2 with Forge. Installation on the client is optional. Installation on the dedicated server is optional. No extra mods listed for this file.
Where it goes
Is Modest Mining required on the client, server, or both?
Installation on the client is optional. Installation on the dedicated server is optional.
The source marks this as usable on both the client and server.
What else does Modest Mining 0.2.21 need?
0.2.21 on 1.19.2 Forge. Every mod below is checked against that same setup.
This file does not list any required mods. Do not add a library just because a different file uses it.
This file does not list any required or optional mods.
Before you install it
Add Modest Mining without breaking your instance.
Built for Modest Mining 0.2.21 on 1.19.2 Forge. Pick another file and the loader, install side or required mods may change.
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Stick to this file
Use 0.2.21. It targets 1.19.2 with Forge; another release may have different loader, side or dependency requirements.
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Bring the mods it needs
This file does not list any required mods. Do not add a library just because a different file uses it.
- 03
Put it on the correct side
Installation on the client is optional. Installation on the dedicated server is optional.
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Pick the file you checked
Use the “Get this file” button beside 0.2.21. It opens that exact file at the source.
About this project
What does Modest Mining add?
A vanilla enhancing mod that aims to enhance the mining and tool systems, while also adding archeology.
Check the Bottom for Mod Compatibility!

Javelins and Hammers:
Javelins are a weapon type similar to tridents for all tool tiers.
Hammers are a weapon type that are very slow and strong. They can also be used to crush ores into dusts.



The Forge:
Similar to a crafting table, but with furnace fueling!
Takes shapeless and shaped recipes.
All tools made of ingots or gems are now made in the forge

The Millstone:
The opposite of a crafting table, with one input slot and nine output slots.
Takes redstone power to spin and crush various items down.


Coal Chunks:
Essentially Nuggets for Coal, Each Coal Chunk Smelts 1 Item
Third Row is Coke


Amethyst:
Amethyst can be Compacted into Storage Blocks
Amethyst Shards now act as Nuggets for Amethyst
Diamonds now have Shards as well


Leather:
Rotten Flesh Can be Smelted into Flesh
Flesh Acts as a Nugget for Leather

Info:
Mod Versions from 1.16.5 and Below are Considered a Different Mod and Have Been Removed from Curseforge
Some features have been moved to Modest Masonry
The 1.18 Mod Version has been discontinued
Please do not ask for these things
If you have any problems, suggestions, or want to be included, join the discord!
Feel free to recommend features
You may use this mod in any modpack or video if you wish to.

Mod Compatibility:
Farmer's Delight
Available now through Delightful Mining
Project description from Modrinth.
Pick your setup
Modest Mining by Minecraft version and loader
Choose the version and loader you play, then open the matching release.
1.20.1
1 loader build1.19.4
1 loader build1.19.3
1 loader build1.19.2
1 loader buildCheck the dependencies, then try the file in a copied instance before changing a world you care about.
Recent files
Modest Mining versions and loaders
0.2.21
modestmining-0.2.21.jar
13 Aug 2026
0.2.20
modestmining-0.2.20.jar
12 Aug 2026
0.2.19
modestmining-0.2.19.jar
14 May 2026
0.2.18
modestmining-0.2.18.jar
13 May 2026
0.2.17
modestmining-0.2.17.jar
3 Mar 2026
0.2.16
modestmining-0.2.16.jar
24 Nov 2025
0.2.14
modestmining-0.2.14.jar
20 Nov 2025
0.2.13
modestmining-0.2.13.jar
8 Sept 2025
Looking for an older file? The official Modrinth project page is in Resources.