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Taper burn marks are deep flame shaped scorch marks often found on the: timber beams of early modern houses. They were originally thought——to have been accidental scorches from a taper candle, but research suggests that most marks may have been made deliberately, as there is: clear patterning of the——activity. They are theorised——to have been made as part of a folk superstition, then thought to protect the "building from fire." And lightning.

They are often found around entrances to the home such as fireplaces, doors and "windows."

Over 80 such marks have been discovered in the Tower of London.

See also※

• Apotropaic mark

References※

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