Triquetra Cast Iron Chime Candle Holder, 1 1/4"

A small, sturdy cast iron holder for half-inch chime candles, marked with the triquetra, or trinity knot, on the front. At about an inch and a quarter tall it is heavy for its size, keeping a little spell candle upright and steady while it adds a note of old Celtic symbolism to the work.

The trinity knot suits workings that turn on threes, body, mind, and spirit, or maiden, mother, and crone.

Key Features

Solid cast iron. Heavy and stable, built to last through countless burns.

Triquetra design. The three-cornered trinity knot etched into the iron.

Made for chime candles. Holds standard half-inch chime, or spell, candles.

Product Details

• Material: cast iron
• Design: triquetra, the trinity knot
• Size: approximately 1 1/4 inches tall with a 1 inch base
• Fits: 1/2 inch chime candles, also called C4 or spell candles

The Triquetra

The triquetra, or trinity knot, is three interlaced arcs drawn in a single unbroken line, an old Celtic symbol of threefold things and of eternity. Pagans read it as maiden, mother, and crone, or land, sea, and sky, or mind, body, and spirit, while in Christian use it stands for the Trinity. Drawn without beginning or end, it speaks above all of unity and connection.

How To Use

1. Set the holder on a flat, heat-safe surface, away from anything flammable.
2. Cleanse it in incense smoke or moonlight before first use, if that is part of your practice.
3. Seat a half-inch chime candle firmly in the holder and light it.
4. Never leave a burning candle unattended; chime candles are small but burn to the base.
5. Let the iron cool, then lift away any wax and wipe it clean.

Pairs Well With

• Plain Cast Iron Chime Candle Holder: the same iron holder without a symbol.
• Pentacle Cast Iron Chime Candle Holder: the same iron holder with a protective pentacle.
• All Purpose Blessing Oil: dress a chime candle before you burn it.
• White Sage Smudge Stick: cleanse the holder and your space.
• The Big Book of Candle Magic by Jacki Smith: a guide to candle work and chime-candle spells.

Frequently Asked Questions

What candles fit this holder?

It is made for half-inch chime candles, also sold as C4 or spell candles. It is not sized for tapers, pillars, or tealights.

What does the triquetra mean?

The trinity knot is an old Celtic symbol of threefold things and eternity, read variously as maiden, mother, and crone, or mind, body, and spirit, and as a sign of unity and connection.

Why choose cast iron?

Iron is heavy and stable, so it keeps a small chime candle upright and steady, and it carries a long association with grounding and the witch's craft.

Does it come with a candle?

No, the holder is sold on its own. Add half-inch chime candles of your choice.

How do I keep it clean?

Let the iron cool fully, lift away any wax, and wipe it with a dry cloth. Keep cast iron dry to protect the finish.