Pentacle Taper Candle Holder

• A pentacle taper holder. Black metal with an encircled five-pointed star at the base.
• Fits a standard C7 taper. Holds a single taper candle upright and secure.
• A compact, simple silhouette. Suits an altar, shelf, or table without crowding it.
• Matte black finish. A plain, sturdy base for regular use.

• Black metal taper candle holder
• Pentacle (encircled star) base
• Fits standard C7 taper candles
• Compact altar or shelf size

The pentacle, a five-pointed star drawn within a circle, is among the most recognized protective symbols in witchcraft and many folk traditions. Its five points are most often read as the four classical elements, earth, air, fire, and water, gathered under spirit at the crown, with the encircling ring binding them together in balance and protection. Set beneath a candle, the symbol turns a simple flame into a small protected working, the holder marking the spot as set apart for ritual. The single point upright is the everyday orientation, the elements ordered beneath spirit. A pentacle holder suits protection work especially, though it serves equally as a steady, symbolic base for any taper candle on your altar.

1. Cleanse and set up. Pass cleansing smoke over the holder if you like, and set it on a stable, heat-safe surface.
2. Seat the taper. Fit a standard C7 taper into the cup so it stands upright and secure before lighting.
3. Light it with intention. Light the candle and let the pentacle anchor your focus on protection or whatever working you are setting.
4. Burn it safely. Never leave a burning candle unattended, keep it clear of anything flammable, and let the holder cool before moving it, as the metal grows warm.

• Pentacle Taper Candle Holder: this holder, the protective base for a single taper.
• White Taper Candle Pair: white tapers for all-purpose and protective work in the holder.
• Black 6 Inch Household Candle: a black candle for protection workings.
• Pentacle Pewter Pocket Stone: a matching protective pocket stone for the altar.
• The Big Book of Candle Magic by Jacki Smith: a thorough guide to candle work and symbolism.

What size candle does it fit?

It is made for a standard C7 taper candle, the common straight taper size. Seat the taper so it stands upright and secure before you light it.

Is it a pentacle or a pentagram?

The star here sits within a circle, which makes it a pentacle. The terms are often used interchangeably, but a pentagram is the uncircled star and a pentacle is the encircled one.

What does the pentacle mean?

Its five points are usually read as the four elements gathered under spirit, with the circle binding them in balance and protection. It is one of the oldest protective symbols in the craft.

What is it made of?

It is a compact black metal holder with a matte finish, made as a sturdy base for regular ritual and everyday use.

How do I use it safely?

Set it on a stable, heat-safe surface away from anything flammable, never leave a burning candle unattended, and let the metal cool before moving it.