The Art of the Sailor

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When I was growing up the only people who had tattoos were sailors, marines, or circus folk.  Seems like almost everyone has some unique ink these days signifying something special to the wearer.

Back in the day a sailor’s tats had meaning and if you check out the chart above you’ll be in the know.  If you really dig the print by Lucy Bellwood you can get one here.

Source: Boingboing.