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Beeswax Taper Candles: Sizes & Sets
A pair of candles and a single taper can look equally affordable until you check the quantity. Compare six beeswax options by height, finish, and price per candle, then check the fit of your candleholders before ordering.
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Find your fit.
Checked prices in USD, before shipping and tax. Options and availability can change.
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| Our selection | Checked price | Height / quantity | Finish | Holder fit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mole Hollow gift-boxed pair A ready-to-wrap host gift | $17.00≈ $8.50 / candle | 10 inches · 2 candles | Smooth, hand-dipped | Listed diameter: ⅞ inch |
| Hunter’s 10-inch hand-dipped pair A tall everyday pair | $12.75≈ $6.38 / candle | 10 inches · 2 candles | Hand-dipped, natural color | Base diameter not stated |
| Hunter’s 8-inch hand-dipped pair A shorter table setting | $11.75≈ $5.88 / candle | 8 inches · 2 candles | Hand-dipped, natural color | Base diameter not stated |
| Hunter’s 7½-inch spiral pair A textured shorter pair | $11.00≈ $5.50 / candle | 7½ inches · 2 candles | Spiral, natural color | Base diameter not stated |
| Hunter’s 10-inch colonial taper When you need one candle | $6.75≈ $6.75 / candle | 10 inches · 1 candle | Smooth colonial taper | Seller says standard holder; no diameter |
| Penrose fluted pair in Nude A sculptural table accent | $25.00≈ $12.50 / candle | 10 inches · 2 candles | Fluted, Nude color option | Base diameter not stated |
Each checked price applies to the option described here. Product cards show the latest catalog price; the seller confirms the final price and availability.
A closer look
The details behind each pick.
A ready-to-wrap host gift
10" Beeswax Taper Candles, Single-Pair Gift Box
Sold by Mole Hollow Candles
A gift box and a stated diameter make this a straightforward choice for a host gift. The seller specifies USA beeswax and a cotton wick.
Before you chooseThe seller states an eight-hour burn time per candle; we have not independently tested it. Measure the holder rather than relying on the word “standard.”
Shop at Mole Hollow Candles (opens in a new tab)A tall everyday pair
Beeswax 10″ Hand Dipped Taper Candle Pair
Sold by Hunter's Honey Farm
This pair offers the same listed height as the Mole Hollow option at a lower checked product price. Compare shipping and packaging before deciding which is better value for your order.
Before you chooseSelect the “Individual” option for one pair. “Case of 6” is a different order size. Ask the seller for the base diameter if your holders have a tight opening.
Shop at Hunter's Honey Farm (opens in a new tab)A shorter table setting
Beeswax 8″ Hand Dipped Taper Candle Pair
Sold by Hunter's Honey Farm
Choose the shorter height when the overall silhouette of a 10-inch taper is more than you want. The listing still gives you a pair rather than a single candle.
Before you chooseThe checked price is for “Individual,” meaning one pair on this listing. Confirm the holder fit and the chosen quantity at checkout.
Shop at Hunter's Honey Farm (opens in a new tab)A textured shorter pair
Beeswax 7 1/2″ Spiral Taper Candle Pair
Sold by Hunter's Honey Farm
The spiral shape adds visual texture without choosing a colored taper. It is the shortest option in this selection and the lowest checked price per pair.
Before you chooseSelect “Individual” for one pair. The shorter height is not evidence of a specific burn time; follow the maker’s current guidance.
Shop at Hunter's Honey Farm (opens in a new tab)When you need one candle
Beeswax 10″ Colonial Taper Candle
Sold by Hunter's Honey Farm
A single taper is useful for replacing one candle or filling one holder. At the checked price, two singles cost $13.50, compared with $12.75 for the hand-dipped 10-inch pair.
Before you chooseThis price buys one candle. The case option is separate. “Fits standard holder” is the seller’s description, not a measured diameter.
Shop at Hunter's Honey Farm (opens in a new tab)A sculptural table accent
Fluted Beeswax Taper 10" Nude
Sold by Penrose Candles
The fluted profile offers a different look from smooth and spiral tapers. Choose it for the shape and color rather than the lowest price per candle.
Before you chooseThe verified option is Nude. Confirm color, stock, and base fit with Penrose; other colors or sizes may have different prices.
Shop at Penrose Candles (opens in a new tab)How we chose
Useful details, clearly sourced.
We compared listings from Mole Hollow Candles, Hunter’s Honey Farm, and Penrose Candles that explicitly describe 100% or pure beeswax. Prices below refer to the stated single candle or pair, not a bulk case. Materials and measurements come from the sellers; we have not burn-tested the candles.
Product photos belong to their respective shops. Listings link to the seller for current options, shipping, payment, and support.
Compare the same quantity
Divide the product price by the number of candles in the selected pack. Our unit prices use the single or pair described in the table and are rounded to the nearest cent. They exclude shipping and tax. A lower unit price can still produce a higher delivered total when ordering from different shops.
Measure your candleholder first
Height tells you how tall a taper looks; base diameter determines how it fits. Mole Hollow lists a ⅞-inch diameter. For the options without an exact diameter, ask the seller before ordering for a narrow or unusually shaped holder.
Read material claims literally
The selected listings describe pure or 100% beeswax. That does not establish that every candle is unscented, undyed, or made from the same source of wax. We do not make air-cleaning or health claims for candles. Use stable, heat-resistant holders and follow the maker’s burning instructions.
Before you buy
A few good questions.
Are beeswax tapers sold individually or in pairs?
Both. Five of these selections are pairs. Hunter’s colonial taper is priced singly. On Hunter’s pair listings, “Individual” selects one pair; a case is a separate option.
Which option has a stated base diameter?
Mole Hollow’s 10-inch gift-boxed pair lists a ⅞-inch diameter. The other selected listings did not supply an exact base diameter in the checked product descriptions.
Are these all 100% beeswax?
Each selected seller explicitly describes the product as pure or 100% beeswax. These are seller claims, not independent laboratory verification.
Can I compare burn time from height alone?
No. Shape, thickness, wick, and burning conditions affect how long a candle lasts. We have not burn-tested these products or ranked them by burn time.
Sources & checked details
Official product listings reviewed September 28, 2026. We paraphrase the seller’s specifications and identify missing information in the notes above.
- Mole Hollow gift-boxed pair — seller’s listing (opens in a new tab)
- Hunter’s 10-inch hand-dipped pair — seller’s listing (opens in a new tab)
- Hunter’s 8-inch hand-dipped pair — seller’s listing (opens in a new tab)
- Hunter’s 7½-inch spiral pair — seller’s listing (opens in a new tab)
- Hunter’s 10-inch colonial taper — seller’s listing (opens in a new tab)
- Penrose fluted pair in Nude — seller’s listing (opens in a new tab)