Authentic Handmade Nickel-Plated Brass Candle Holder, Traditional Orthodox Altar Candlestick (5x4.5cm - 1.96x1.77in)

The Radiance of Faith — Authentic Handmade Nickel-Plated Brass Candle Holder for the Home Altar

Bring a bright, sacred, and timeless glow to your prayer corner with our Authentic Handmade Nickel-Plated Brass Candle Holder. This beautiful, miniature Christian decoration measures 5 cm (1.96 inches) in height and 4.5 cm (1.77 inches) in width, making it the ideal size for any home prayer table or icon shelf (eikonostasi). Masterfully handcrafted by traditional artisans using high-quality solid brass with a premium polished nickel finish, it acts as a beautiful base to support your candles for daily illumination and reverence.

🕊️ The Sacred Tradition: The Symbolism of the Light

In the Orthodox Christian tradition, lighting a candle is a profound act of worship, prayer, and silent devotion:

• The Flame of Faith: The candle symbolizes the pure light of Christ and the unquenchable flame of faith inside the believer's heart.
• An Offering of Light: Placing a burning candle directly in front of holy icons is a very old Orthodox custom that reflects a believer’s prayer ascending to heaven and helps quiet the mind from worldly anxieties.
• Peaceful Devotion: Simply place a traditional candle into the secure socket and light it up during your daily prayer rule to instantly bring absolute spiritual clarity and peace into your home.

✨ Premium Features & Polished Metal Craftsmanship

• Nickel-Plated Solid Brass: Forged from high-grade, heavy-duty brass and coated with a brilliant nickel layer, the base offers excellent stability to ensure maximum safety while burning candles.
• Precision Candle Socket: The top cup is meticulously shaped to securely hold traditional thin church candles or beeswax tapers with a diameter of 6 mm to 8 mm (5/16 inch).
• Multipurpose Christian Decor: While crafted primarily for sacred liturgical use, its stunning silver-toned antique finish makes it an exceptional choice for elegant home decor, traditional tabletop decorations, festive Christmas centerpieces, or a perfect gift for vintage lovers.

Dimensions & Specifications:

• Height: 5 cm (1.96 inches)
• Width / Base Diameter: 4.5 cm (1.77 inches)
• Candle Socket Diameter: Fits traditional candles from 6 mm to 8 mm (5/16 inch) in diameter
• Material: 100% Genuine solid brass with high-grade nickel plating
• Design: Single low-profile candle slot with reflective polished finish
• Origin: 100% Handcrafted by traditional workshop metal artisans