Solid Brass & Seashell Candle Holder Orthodox Candlestick Altar 9cm 3.54in 102g

Bring an authentic, traditional glow to your prayer corner with our Authentic Handcrafted Brass and Seashell Candle Holder. Designed for home altars, prayer tables, or icon shelves (eikonostasi), this freestanding liturgical candle stand measures 9 cm (3.54 inches) in height and 7.5 cm (2.95 inches) in width / diameter, with a solid weight of 102 grams (3.59 ounces / 0.22 lbs). Masterfully cast from solid brass and accented with natural polished seashell mosaic inlays, it serves as a balanced, stable centerpiece for daily devotional use.

Designed for Thick Church Candles (Sizes № 4 to 7):
This candle holder is specially designed to accommodate larger church taper candles, specifically Sizes № 4, № 5, № 6, and № 7 with a diameter ranging from 1.5 cm to 2.2 cm (0.59 to 0.87 inches).
Useful Note: Since traditional church candles (such as beeswax tapers) are naturally soft and pliable, if your candle is slightly larger than the socket opening, you can easily press and mold the base of the candle slightly to ensure a snug and secure fit.

Sacred Tradition & Devotional Lighting:
In the Orthodox Christian tradition, lighting a candle before holy icons is an ancient act of prayer and silent devotion:

• An Offering of Light: Placing a burning candle before sacred icons is an ancient custom symbolizing Christ as the Light of the World and the warmth of a believer's faith.
• A Sign of Devotion: As the wax burns silently, it offers a peaceful and reverent atmosphere to your daily prayer rule.

Handcrafted Details & Materials:

• Solid Brass & Natural Seashell: The robust, weighted base provides reliable balance and stability on flat surfaces, while the genuine iridescent seashell inlays reflect the candle flame with elegance.
• Integrated Flared Drip Saucer: Built with a wide upper lip to catch dripping wax cleanly and protect altar cloths and wooden tables.
• Multipurpose Sacred Decor: Engineered for traditional prayer altars, while its classic aesthetic makes it suitable for festive Christmas table displays or as a meaningful Christian gift.
• 100% Authentic Handiwork: Handcrafted by skilled artisans, displaying subtle natural textures in the shell mosaic and polished brass metalwork.

Dimensions & Specifications:

• Height: 9 cm (3.54 inches)
• Base Width / Diameter: 7.5 cm (2.95 inches)
• Weight: 102 grams (3.59 ounces / 0.22 lbs)
• Candle Compatibility: Sizes № 4 to № 7 church candles with a diameter of 1.5 cm to 2.2 cm (0.59 to 0.87 inches). Compatible with slightly larger flexible tapers by gently pressing the wax base into the socket.
• Material: 10