complement this ancient traditional knotwork cross

VIRTUTE VICI : "I HAVE CONQUERED BY VIRTUE" read the words on the weathered headstone in the Irish graveyard on which this cross was carved decades ago

The pattern has been reworked to be even and symmetrical

Tradition says that it is this mighty cross that marks the grave of Brian Boru

The claddagh symbolism is here joined with a cleverly interlocked series of knot work hearts

Protection Celtic Braid Tattoo Design flamingo complement this ancient traditional knotworkImagine being an ancient Celtic warrior going into battle, fighting naked alongside your brave companions, wearing only your magical tattoos that were so intricate, so complex, that any enemy who saw them would get lost in the knotting and be your conquest. This protection braid is your arm band.