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I heard that the swallow/sparrow tattoo's are to commemorate a fallen friend or family member. I would assume any persona that the bird has ie., devil horns, angel halo or even knife through it would depict the dead person's personality or trait.
AnswerIt just means that they were a "Hard Man" back in their day. Everyone that I have ever met with a swallow tattoo has been at least a bit psychotic.
AnswerA swallow tattoo used to be worn by sailors back in the day. When you were out/lost at sea and you saw a swallow you knew you were close to land because these birds are never far from shore. They would follow the birds to safety or to home. I think the idea is that when you had the swallow marked on your body it would always help you find your way home.
AnswerThey indicate that you've gone to prison and done your 'bird'
Answerit means freedom
AnswerOn a woman's chest I always thought it was to let the sailor's know who the hookers were when they came to port.
AnswerTraditionally a swallow tattoo is a seafaring tattoo. One is "earned" for every 5000 nautical miles (~5700 statute miles) travelled at sea. They are often tattooed on the chest or shoulders facing one another so they may lift the sailor and carry him home should he ever fall overboard.
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What does swallow tattoo on your neck mean?
it means you blue like 67 men
What gang have swallow tattoo.?
the swallow tattoo is a traditional naval tattoo. many sailors would get swallows/sparrows on their chest. one swallow would represent 5000 nautical miles traveled and a second would be 5000 more. they also were known to symbolize the end of a journey. mainly because sparrows were the first sign of land and would let the sailors know they are almost home.
What does a pink diamond tattoo mean?
a pink diamond tattoo mean love.
What does the five star tattoo mean?
what dose star tattoo mean on shoulders
What does raccoon face tattoo mean?
The person with the tattoo likes raccoons?
What does swallow tattoo on your neck mean?
it means you blue like 67 men
Where should you get a swallow tattoo if you lost a family member?
your ankle
What would be a good tattoo to go with swallow birds?
jack sparrow
Where can one find a swallow design for a tattoo?
One can find a swallow design for a tattoo on various birdwatching forums online. A dedicated agent will be happy to help you find more information on their official website.
What is the meaning of a dead swallow tattoo?
There aren't any universal meanings for tattoo symbols. Check out tattoo symbolism here: http://tattoo.about.com/cs/beginners/a/symbols_intro.htm But remember, sometimes a rose is just a rose. It doesn't mean or symbolize anything! ALSO Swallows stand for Love so a dead Swallow could symbolize a dead love or the belief that love is dead or possibly nonexistent.
What gang have swallow tattoo.?
the swallow tattoo is a traditional naval tattoo. many sailors would get swallows/sparrows on their chest. one swallow would represent 5000 nautical miles traveled and a second would be 5000 more. they also were known to symbolize the end of a journey. mainly because sparrows were the first sign of land and would let the sailors know they are almost home.
Who is the brunette female porn-star with a swallow tattoo on her left foot?
Zoe Voss
What do Swallow tattoos on the hands mean?
Ex-Sailors of the British Royal Navy have a swallow tattoo on both hands above the thumbs as a symbol of a successful voyage. *my grandad was in the navy (UK) and he has a swallow on his hand in the soft spot near the thumb. he said it was to show speed of fist in a fight.. he also has an anchor on his forearm.. and that is the heavy hitter..
What does it mean when a swallow is pecking at your window?
Hat does it mean when a swallow pecks at your window?
What does it mean when your hands get red and swallow?
They can't SWALLOW
What does a pink diamond tattoo mean?
a pink diamond tattoo mean love.
What does the five star tattoo mean?
what dose star tattoo mean on shoulders
