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The History Of Nautical Star Tattoos
January 6th, 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.
Significance of nautical star tattoo?
March 9th, 2010
I have been wanting to get a tattoo for a while for my son. He was born in May and he has really changed my life, so I was thinking of getting a nautical star (for how much he was changed the direction of my life) that is black and green (for May birthstone). However, I have recently read that the nautical star is the new tattoo for women of… ill repute, to say nicely. What is your opinion of this?
Nautical stars are whatever you want them to be. But I really like these explanations:
http://wiki.answers.com/Q/What_is_the_symbolism_of_nautical_stars
I think it would be a wonderful tattoo for you to have in dedication to your song. Placement is key, too, put it somewhere inconspicuous, somewhere you can cover or show off at your discretion. You might also place his initials somewhere near the tattoo, if you want. I think that would be cute.
But your body, your tattoo - do whatever you want with it, that’s the cool thing about a tatt. It’s yours. =]
Where should I put a nautical star tattoo at?
March 2nd, 2010
well i really want a nautical star or known as a skater star but I’m not sure where i should get it. I’m thinking of getting it in my inner wrist but I’m not sure.
if you can give me some choices that would help
Thanks
Wow, there are a lot of immature responses to this question. I love nautical stars - they are beautiful and very Americana. Traditional tattoos are my favorite. I’ve seen nautical stars on the ankle, that looks pretty. Shoulder would work, or between the shoulder blades on your upper back. Base of the neck, upper chest, arm, wrist - all would work. Just think about how visible you want it to be - is there a chance you’ll ever work a job where tattoos aren’t allowed? Also think about aging - areas by bone may hurt more but they also will stretch less than fleshier places. Also, anyplace by the abdomen will stretch if you have kids later. Good luck!
Nautical star tattoos…. A sign of homosexuality?
February 23rd, 2010
I heard this…Is it true and why?
What? News to me. Sounds like the whole "earring in the left ear makes him gay." When, of course, in other parts of the country it is the opposite.
How much do you think a very small, red and black, nautical star tattoo would cost?
February 16th, 2010
I’m not sure on the location of the tattoo but most likley it won’t be any bigger than an inch. I want it to be red with a black outline.
Well, most places have a minimum amount you have to pay, regardless of size. If you go to a good place than 80 is usually the minimum pay. But sometimes the minium is 60. Sometimes if you call ahead of time & say you’re bring a group of people, you’ll get major discounts!
nautical star tattoos…..?
February 13th, 2010
any tattoo ideas that would look totally awesome that include one
im getting it to represent me finding my way and that after everthing ive been through wich was alot i found my way and no matter what happened to me and what will happen in the future i can always find my way
I agree that they have become way to trendy and overdone.. but they are still a traditional tattoo that have a LONG history… not tied to the sea so much anymore but they’ve got so many other historical ties too.
I don’t know what ideas to give you. I’ve got three red/black (and the colors I chose while typical have a much broader historical meaning) nautical stars that span the length of my forearm accompanied by four hollow stars with borders. A banner runs under the cutouts and over parts of the nautical stars and has the names of my family on them (five different names). And a bunch of biker dust to top it off. I love it.
Whatever you do to add to the nautical star(s)… make sure its original drawn and not flash. And PLEASE tell me you’re not doing this because of Tila Tequila!! cause that would suck.
What does a upside down nautical star mean(tattoo)?
February 5th, 2010
I know what an upside down pentagram means, but dose a upside nautical star mean the same thing? Or dose it mean anything different if it tilted? I mean for tattoos… Thank!
NO…it just looks tilted, is all.
What would look good with this nautical star tattoo?
January 20th, 2010
I don’t know what to have with this star, I did have a cross behind it, but I couldn’t think what design to have on the cross…
I’m planning to have the tattoo on my chest… right side, just above the nipple. And im a guy LOL!!
Anyone got any ideas?
What about wings like these: http://i307.photobucket.com/albums/nn302/Kmozisek/WingedNauticalStar-1.jpg
Or else some brick wall patter (just few dark bricks apart) should look strong and cool, or a chessboard huh 
How can I make a nautical Star tattoo more original?
January 5th, 2010
I have been doing research about Nautical Stars because I want to get it on my arm, but it seams that they have been over used and they have lost meaning. I want to get mine done because I believe that it mean guidance. How can I add some flare to it?
nautical stars are almost by definition unoriginal now a days.. they more associated with bros and skin heads rather than the traditional tattoo style they came from.
the only way to get past the association of bro and still have a nautical star tattoo is to do a whole traditional piece. like full on ship, mermaids, sparrows/swallows, banners, the sea, ect. and have the nautical star(s) as part of it.
How much for a 2 in nautical star tattoo.?
December 31st, 2009
Im planning on getting two on my wrist any idea of how much it would cost?
most shops have a $60 min and that is what it will probably be around depending on how good your artist is.