Fleur De Lis Tattoos and Tattoo Designs2

Fleur De Lis Tattoos and Tattoo Designs

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A fleur de Lys is a stylized design of a Lily or iris used decoratively or Symbolically. (Fleur de Lys means "lily flower" in French.) Although you can find the fleur de Lys on countless European coats of Arms and Flags, it has long been the Symbol of France, appearing on French postage stamps. Areas originally settled by France, like Quebec and Louisiana, often incorporate the fleur de Lys in their iconography. In Spain, the fleur de Lys is Associated with the Spanish King Juan Carlos I and the Kingdom of Spain.

Fleur de Lys tattoos can be closely Associated with French heritage. A tattoo that incorporates the fleur de Lys can also represent faith, wisdom or chivalry. They also found in tattoos that Symbolize Military and scouting organizations.