Teardrop tattoo

The teardrop is one of the most widely recognised prison tattoos and has various meanings. It can signify that the wearer has spent time in prison, or more specifically that the wearer was raped while incarcerated. The tattoo is sometimes worn by the female companions of prisoners in solidarity with their loved ones.

About Teardrop tattoo in brief

Summary Teardrop tattooThe teardrop is one of the most widely recognised prison tattoos and has various meanings. It can signify that the wearer has spent time in prison, or more specifically that the wearer was raped while incarcerated and tattooed by the rapist.

The tattoo is sometimes worn by the female companions of prisoners in solidarity with their loved ones.