Natural Taper Beeswax Candles

Product Description

Create ambiance and fill the air with the subtle scent of these Natural Taper Beeswax Candles - a reminder of the simple pleasures we enjoy today that would have been pure extravagance in the 18th century. Today, the sweet scent and warm glow of these beeswax candles feel just as luxurious, and they're the perfect indulgence for special gatherings with family and friends, or simply for evening candlelight any time of year.

Features

• Hand-dipped, pure beeswax tapers
• Natural wax color (honey yellow)
• Sold as a pair and connected by a wick
• Lead- and paraffin-free
• Slow burning
• Choose from these sizes: 8" H, 10" H, or 12" H, all sold separately
• All sizes measure 7/8" in diameter and fit a standard-size taper candle holder (not included)
• A Colonial Williamsburg retail shops exclusive!

Product Care

Trim the wick of your candles to about 1/4" before use. Over time, natural beeswax candles can develop "bloom" on the surface. Bloom appears as a white film and isn't a defect; it's a natural process on 100% beeswax candles. To remove bloom, gently rub the surface with a soft cloth. 

Inspiration

Before the invention of oil lamps and electricity, candles were a household necessity in Williamsburg. The most common tallow candles burned quickly, produced dim light, and had a pungent odor. Beeswax candles smelled sweet, burned cleaner and longer than tallow candles, and produced brighter light. They were expensive and highly prized, making them a luxury item during the 18th century.