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The History Of Nautical Star Tattoos
August 1st, 2010
There are so many choices when thinking about what tattoo to get and nautical star tattoos are popular. When trying to make that decision, there are important things to consider. One thing to consider is history of whatever the choices are. A popular tattoo that many people get is the nautical star. Because they are common, many people like to know about its origins.
The word nautical in Nautical Star Tattoos refers back to sailors. This is an obvious connection because the word itself refers to things having to do with sailing. Many of the sailors early in history would navigate by using the stars at night. The North star was one thing in the sky that would allow the sailors to know where they were headed. Once the sailors knew where the north star was located, they could safely plan the trip back to where they were headed.
Because most people believe that sailors were known to be a bit superstiocious, many of them would get Nautical Star Tattoos somewhere on the body, most commonly the forearm. This became a symbol not only of the direction of the ship by using the stars at night, but it also represented the course of life for these sailors. They knew that by some miracle or chance, they would make it home safely, or to their destination. By tatooing a star on their forearm, they were hoping that they would make it back to their home.
Nautical Star Tattoos also became known by these sailors as the symbol of finding ones place in life. When seeking direction and the course of life, it would be nice to have a compass, or a north star to know the direction in which to head. Most people would say that these sailors got these tattos for that reason also. Especailly being a sailor, finding ones course in life my seem difficult at times when so much of life is left to chance, and the way the wind blew. The star is the place of hope that every person can look upon.
What does it mean if someone has a tattoo of a nautical star?
July 30th, 2010
or nautical starS? What does that star mean? What if they have tattoos of swallows? I think that is what those birds are called. Usually they get them about the shoulders, but i see the stars around the arms usually. i want to get some stars, but i dont want to if they mean something specific. thanks!
"The nautical star is a very old modern tattoo, going back at least a century or more. Back in the days of yore, before modern navigation, sailors would navigate in part by the stars in the night skies, in particular the North Star in the Northern Hemisphere, and various other constellations of stars in the night sky. In the Southern Hemisphere, sailors had to use different stars and the Southern Cross became quite well-known. Sailors would then tattoo nautical stars on them because they relied on the stars to take them home, and being superstitious, they hoped their star tattoos would get them home safely as well.
Compass stars are also popular for this reason. The nautical stars were originally used by sailors to help guide their way as they sailed through the night. They relied upon the stars to protect them and bring them home safely.
A lot of soldiers get nautical stars for the same reason…protection. It is a symbol of protection and guidance. It was a very popular tattoo among sailors.
So a case could be made that the nautical star tattoo, or a tattoo of any star for that matter, would be a symbol of guidance. Now as time has passed the nautical stars represent the direction of one’s life, for those of us who are not sailors but still need guidance.
Some say that if the nautical star is pointed upwards they have a higher outlook on life and so on. "
The meaning of the Nautical star is to create your own path, but use the stars as a guide when you are lost or scared.
If I get the Nautical Star Tattoo, Would People Take Offense Because I Wasn’t A Marine Nor A Lesbian?
July 20th, 2010
I want to get the nautical star as a tattoo when i’m older but i was reading into the symbol’s meaning and it said that it either meant you were a marine or you were gay or lesbian.. either way meaning "finding a way to home" or just being different.
would ppl take offense to me getting it because i’m not lesbian nor a marine?
99% of people who see your tattoo won’t even give it a second look. No one really cares what others have tattooed on them. Get what you like and don’t worry about that maybe just one person might know what a nautical star means….
Should I get a Nautical Star Tattoo?
July 9th, 2010
I know they are so ridiculously common, but I really like them and have been thinking about getting one tattooed on my hip. It has meaning to me, which is important, and I know I shouldn’t care about what others think, but I don’t wanna look stupid as well. Should I get one? Or are they waaaay too common and will I look stupid with one?
i think rere_b ment common not uncommon lol.
i have one, its on my foot, me and my cousin both got it together, it ment something to us and so we got it. it is a very common tattoo 
but as long as it means something to you then totally get it.
ours is rainbow, because she is a lesbian and mine because i support her, we go to marches together and other stuff totally get it, dont care what others think.
Blue and Black Nautical Star Tattoo in Jacksonville Fl?
June 19th, 2010
Hi I just have one quick question. Does Anyone know how much a blue and black nautical star tattoo on the inside of my bicep cost? I want it to be medium size not to big not to small but big enough where its noticeable
It could cost anywhere from a little over 100 or less. I live in Jax FL so I would recommend going to kadillac tattoo on the North Side. I get mine there and they are really inexpensive, and do the best work i’ve seen.
what doo my tattoos represnt?Nautical star ,hermes wings ,superman symbol?
May 31st, 2010
Nautical star each on my arm hermes wings on my ankles(outer)…and man of steel symbol behind my neck like on my back
…that you like funky body art that everyone can see. That you define yourself by what is inked onto your body. There has to be more than that. What if the hokey pokey is REALLY what it’s all about??????
what do you think when you see a Nautical Star Tattoo?
May 21st, 2010
what do you think the meaning behind is?
Each of the five points represents one life, one love, one heart, one soul and one destiny.
I think… SHEEP. People should quit following the crowd and blaze their own path.
In my opinion, original/custom work is the ONLY way to go when getting ink.
As far as what you interpret the meaning as… sounds nice, but the nautical star and stars in general are the "new" tribal tattoos… just a fad.
As far as your meaning: one life, one love, etc…
That would look awesome in a bold, flourished scroll/script type font going down the side of your ribs.
what kinda of tattoos look good with a nautical star?
May 13th, 2010
i have 1 nautical star on my arm and just wondering what would look normal with it i was thinking about roses and stuff
A lot of people love star tattoos. They really make a great design choice. They can be designed either by you or at a very inexpensive rate by a tattoo artist. They typically have a neutral or positive meaning and there are not really any negative associations with a star tattoo. If you have been considering getting a star tattoo design here are some of the top choices that you might want to consider.
Star And Moon Tattoo Designs
Of course the star and moon symbols go together to make a wonderful night tattoo design. This is great for the nocturnal and night loving, party going people in the group. There is also a little hint of mystery in a star and moon tattoo. The same sort of mystery and excitement that a Friday night might hold as you go out with friends. You never really know what is going to happen and it is kind of exciting. This same excitement can easily be portrayed with a moon and star tattoo.
Nautical Star Tattoos
A nautical star is always a great tattoo design. It has a huge historical significance and can symbolism finding your own path in life. It is also considered a good luck tattoo. The nautical star tattoo has been around for the longest time and is one of the oldest tattoo designs in existence. It was first used as a tattoo by the early sailor to represent the North Star and finding one’s own way home safely.
Star Cluster Designs
Another great design can be a cluster of stars. These can be done as symbolic five point star in a variety of colors or can be done as a cluster of realistic stars done with some night time clouds. Either way they are easy to design and make a great choice. A lot of people like to do a cluster of star in various sizes that go up an arm or back for example. This can make an effective, strong symbolic tattoo
do you think nautical star tattoos are "gay"?
May 4th, 2010
oh no they are not. they are pimpin and thats coming from straight from a no homo
How many Nautical Star Tattoos do you have?
April 27th, 2010
1