Swallow tattoos are rich with history and symbolism throughout the world. For thousands of people through the centuries, the bird may be linked to health, wealth, loyalty, and the hardships of traveling far. Tattoos of birds, mostly swallows are an old-school style of tattoo that comes back in vogue. Swallows have always had great meaning for sailors because of modern navigation, the birds were a sign that the country was near at hand. They are a symbol of the return home safely. Swallow also return home each year, regardless of where they have migrated to further maintain the motif of a safe return home.
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