Snake and dagger tattoos are a traditional design, often tattooed on the forearm or bicep. They often have a banner around displaying the name of a parent or loved one. The snake is one of the most widely interpreted symbols around the world, so the meaning behind the tattoo can hugely vary. The dagger signifies violence and stealth. A small weapon, easier to wield than a sword, the dagger is a prime choice for anyone wanting to harm or kill without drawing attention to themselves, such as assassins. This, paired with the snake symbolising stealth and sneakiness could be interpreted as a violent tattoo, but this also largely depends on how the snake is drawn ie with wide open mouth and sharp fangs.
Sometimes the snake is shown not wrapped around the dagger but being stabbed, often through the head.
This could symbolise a hatred of sneakiness or people that go behind others backs. The person could also have been betrayed,and as the snake is since as treacherous due to the Bible, this could be a way of showing that chapter of life.
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