With a dark colored motif, the 8 branches are the intertwining branches of a grape vine with ripe crystal grapes ready to be picked! The menorah is a nine branched candelabra, traditionally used to celebrate the Jewish holiday of Hanukkah. Every night of the 8-day holiday, another candle is lit with the ‘Shammash' (helper light) the extended branch and extra light. The perfect gift for a spiritual someone in your life as a decoration or religious symbol!