This 8 inch stick candle has a realistic flickering amber flame. The candle comes with a handy stand that can be used to make the candle stand on its own or remove it and put the candle into your own candle holder (candle diameter 3/4 inch). There is an on/off button on the bottom of the candle. Once the button is pressed in, you can turn it off or on by gently touching the top rim, much like pinching out a flame. This is very handy once the candle is placed in an arrangement or candle holder. Battery life is more than 200 hours using 2 AA batteries (not included).