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70 Traditional Anchor Tattoo Designs For Men – Vintage Ideas

70 Traditional Anchor Tattoo Designs For Men – Vintage Ideas

  • Next Luxury / Style, Tattoo Ideas
  • by — Brian Cornwell

The anchor has an irrefutable rich history that can be interpreted in several different ways, making it quite versatile. Of course, there is a strong connection between anchors and those who love the sea.

The anchor represents strength, safety, and stability on the high seas.

This heavy metal helped a ship stay in its position when it was necessary, so it makes sense that it still carries strong ties to the ocean. In fact, many US Navy officers, fishers, and coastguards use the tattoo to express their affinity to the sea.

Others associate the symbol to Christianity, which is strongly rooted in history. There was a time when Christians were persecuted by the Romans for their religion. Many Christians who wanted to show that they are steadfast to others would wear jewelry with this symbol or brand themselves with the anchor during these times.

The anchor had the cross, and it also showed that their God kept them grounded, even under such persecution. It was a strong and rebellious symbol at the time, which still holds religious connotations in this day and age.

Others just use the symbol to show that they are anchored in place, and they will not let stormy weather shake their resolve. Clearly, the symbol holds many meanings, making it the perfect tattoo.

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Brian Cornwell

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Brian Cornwell founded Next Luxury in 2007 as a magazine for modern gentlemen.

Brian Cornwell founded Next Luxury in 2007 as a magazine for modern gentlemen.

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