Brass Cone and Resin Incense Burner, 3"

A compact brass censer built for the messier, more potent forms of incense, this three-inch burner takes cones, loose resin, and charcoal alike. The brass body holds heat well and the pierced form lets smoke rise freely while the vessel contains the burn. Small enough to travel and sturdy enough for daily use, it is the kind of altar tool you keep within reach. Each piece carries its own character in the casting.

Key Features

• Durable brass burner about three inches in size
• Takes incense cones, loose resin, or charcoal discs
• Pierced form lets smoke rise while containing the burn
• Compact and portable for altar or travel
• Cast designs vary slightly from piece to piece

Product Details

• Material: brass
• Size: approximately three inches
• Compatible with: incense cones, loose resin on a charcoal disc, charcoal
• Design: pierced brass body; casting varies piece to piece
• Note: for loose resin, add a thin layer of sand under the charcoal to protect the metal

The Spiritual Significance

Brass has been a favored metal for incense vessels for thousands of years, used across Hindu puja, Buddhist devotion, and Western ceremonial practice, and long linked with the Sun, warmth, and purification. A burner that takes resin as well as cones lets you reach for the deeper, more ceremonial smoke of frankincense, myrrh, or copal when a working calls for it. The censer carries no power of its own; it holds the heat and lets the smoke carry the intention you bring to your practice.

How To Use

Set the burner on a flat, heat-safe surface. For a cone, light the tip, let it flame briefly, then blow it out so it glows, and set it inside. For resin, lay a thin layer of sand in the burner, set a lit charcoal disc on the sand, and add a pinch of resin. Never leave burning incense or charcoal unattended, keep it clear of drafts and flammable items, and let everything cool fully before clearing the ash.

Pairs Well With

• Copal Resin Incense
• Frankincense Tears Resin Incense
• Myrrh Granular Incense
• Dragon's Blood Granular Incense
• Magical Herbalism by Scott Cunningham

Frequently Asked Questions

What can I burn in it? Incense cones, charcoal discs, and loose resin burned on charcoal. Add a thin sand layer under the charcoal to protect the brass.

How big is it? About three inches, compact enough for a travel altar yet sturdy for daily use.

Does the design vary? Yes, the cast brass design varies slightly from piece to piece.

Will it get hot? Yes. The brass warms during use, so handle it only after it has cooled and keep it on a heat-safe surface.

How do I clean it? Let it cool, tip out the ash, and wipe with a soft cloth; a little brass polish restores the shine if you prefer it over a natural patina.