The glass jar is 4" tall by 3 1/4" wide in a very dark blue color. Around the outside are 3 gold metallic trees. It's wide enough for a 3" wide pillar or a full size votive candle. It could also be used a drinking glass or flower vase. I've owned this about 25 years. There are some scratches on the trees, but no chips or breaks in the glass. No wax residue.