Tarot Candle Black Obsidian Knight Of Swords

Flame, cedar and black obsidian meet in a crystal candle made for a focused evening ritual. As the wooden wick burns, the wax gradually reveals the dark stone, with smaller gemstone chips and dry flowers adding a quiet sense of ceremony.

What the flame reveals

• Black obsidian brings a dark, glassy presence, traditionally associated with grounding, protection and clear intention.
• The Cedar Castle fragrance gives the candle a woody character, steady rather than sweet.
• The deep green glass container keeps the mood rich and shadowed, well suited to a desk, altar space or quiet corner.
• The gemstone remains after the candle is finished, turning a burning ritual into a small object to keep.

Cedar, glass and stone

The candle is set in a deep green glass vessel with a wooden wick. Inside, black obsidian is paired with smaller gemstone chips and delicate dry flowers, so the surface feels arranged rather than plain.

Obsidian is volcanic glass, known for its smooth sheen and sharp-looking depth. In crystal traditions, it is often chosen for practices around boundaries, steadiness and honest reflection.

Lighting it with care

Place the candle on a stable, heat-resistant surface before lighting. Let the wax melt evenly across the top where possible, and keep the wick clear of loose flower pieces as it burns.

Never leave a burning candle unattended. Once the candle is finished and fully cool, the stone can be removed and wiped clean of any remaining wax.

The Knight of Swords in context

In tarot, Swords are linked with the element of air, and with the mind, language, decision-making and truth. The Knight is often read as movement, directness and mental momentum, a figure that cuts through hesitation. Paired with black obsidian, the candle draws on a familiar symbolic contrast: a bright flame and a dark stone, action and grounding, thought and stillness. It is a small ritual object for marking a moment of focus.

Size and details

Weight: 330 g. Burn time: 22 hours. Origin: China.

Includes a scented crystal candle in a deep green glass container, with black obsidian, smaller gemstone chips, dry flowers and a wooden wick.

A thoughtful candle gift

This suits someone drawn to tarot symbolism, crystal candles, woody fragrance or atmospheric home rituals. It feels especially considered for a study space, reading corner or evening wind-down setting.

Common questions

What does Cedar Castle smell like?
It is a cedar-led fragrance, so expect a woody scent profile rather than a floral or fruity one.

Can I keep the black obsidian?
Yes. Once the candle has fully finished and cooled, remove the stone and clean away any remaining wax.

Is this the same as a plain scented candle?
No. It is a crystal candle, combining fragrance, flame, black obsidian, gemstone chips and dry flowers as part of the candle design.