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Banjara Cristal Gemas Incense Sticks - Obsidian Copal

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Copal rises warm and resinous from the stick, with a gently smoky, almost honeyed depth that settles into the corners of a room. Made in India by Banjara, these are hand-rolled incense sticks for quiet evenings, meditation, or simply marking the close of the day with something that smells like old wood and amber light.

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Copal rises warm and resinous from the stick, with a gently smoky, almost honeyed depth that settles into the corners of a room. Made in India by Banjara, these are hand-rolled incense sticks for quiet evenings, meditation, or simply marking the close of the day with something that smells like old wood and amber light.

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About this product

The scent
  • Copal is a tree resin, used for centuries across Central and South America in ceremony and as a natural incense. Its scent is earthy and sweet, less sharp than frankincense, with a soft smokiness that lingers without overwhelming.
  • The aroma unfolds slowly: a warm, slightly balsamic opening that deepens as it burns, filling the room with something that feels both grounding and expansive.
  • It suits the hour between day and evening, or the moments before sitting down to meditate or read, when you want the air to feel different.
  • This is the Obsidian variety within Banjara's Cristal Gemas range, where each scent is paired with a gemstone association. Obsidian, a volcanic glass, is traditionally linked to protection and clarity.
How to burn them

Light the coated tip, let the flame catch for a few seconds, then blow it out so the tip glows. Place the plain end upright in a holder or ash catcher, and leave it to smoulder. Always burn in a ventilated space, on a heat-resistant surface, and never leave unattended.

What you receive

A flat pack containing incense sticks, made in India. The packaging features Banjara's floral and gemstone motif in black and gold, with a small obsidian stone visible in the window.

A quiet gift

It suits someone who burns incense regularly, who values natural scent over synthetic florals, or who is drawn to the ritual of lighting something at the end of the day. The obsidian association and the warm, grounding scent make it a thoughtful choice for someone who meditates or keeps a small altar space.

Length27 cm
Width5 cm
Height23 cm
Weight52 g

Colour

Black

Scent family

Resinous

Incense format

Sticks

Common questions

What does copal actually smell like?
Warm, resinous, slightly sweet, with a soft smokiness. If you know frankincense, copal is gentler and less pine-like, with more of a honeyed, balsamic quality. It's earthy without being heavy.
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    Lemon Grass

    I absolutely LOVE the smell of lemon grass and these have not disappointed. I have one burning in my room and I'm sat in the garden but can still smell the lovely fragrance out here. They do burn for 30 odd minutes as described. I've bought some that burn down within minutes of lighting, so these are excellent. I would

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    Only brand of incense I'll use. It's the Real Deal

    Excellent value for money. Put 2 of these in beside 4 different family members Christmas presents since my late Uncle whom we all adored burned this particular fragrance all the time so, we ALL love it as it reminds us of him.Top Quality incense. I've bought various fragrances of this same Indian brand and wouldn't use

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  • ★★★★★ SHAMTAM customer
    I was worried

    Lots of reviews saying they don't smell like real Nag Champa. Mine came cut open too so I expected the worst but as someone that's grown up with Nag Champa constantly burning in my home (34 years) They smell exactly like Nag Champa, they burn well. I can't see the issue, I've burnt Nag Champa that had been bought in In

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