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Various elements which can occur in a Death tattoo: skulls and skeletons (1)
Skulls and skeletons tattoos (2)
Skulls and skeletons tattoos (3)
As it can be seen from the previous posts, a skull / skeleton tattoo could have various meanings:
- A skull tattoo could be seen as a symbol of the fleetingness of life
- Skulls / skeletons tattoos as a symbol of the certainty of death
- A skull with wings means that death is the road to a new form of existence
- Skulls are sometimes depicted as symbols of the transitory nature of life and death
- Jolly Roger, a symbol of the total disregard for the authorities, as well as a symbol of the absolute freedom
- The Totenkopf
- The "Skull and Crossbones" tattoos are a symbol of strength, courage and bravure, as well as a symbol of the disregard for one's life
- Skulls as trophies
- In the Mexican tattoo-culture, skulls and skeletons are linked with the celebration of the Day of the Dead.
- Skulls as a symbol used in Alchemy and Magic
- Skull tattoos is a symbol of wisdom
- Cheating death - these theme is very common among outlaw gangs
- Many people that have a near death experience choose to get a skull tattoo to represent their experience. This is a reminder to appreciate every second that we are given.
- A skull tattoo can be considered a way to show others your wild and crazy side
- Some people consider skull tattoos as talismans (particularly useful in gambling)
- A pair of skulls can be seen as a symbol of eternal love (especially when the tattoo also contains other symbols of love like hearts, wedding rings, roses, etc)
- Sometimes a skull tattoo is made just for art's sake and it has no special meaning
