First Responder Tattoo with Celtic Cross Design wolf We chose to encircle it

We chose to encircle it with both the original text and "Nemo me impune lacessit" which is on the royal coat of arms of the Kingdom of Scotland and translates in the Scots language to: "Wha daur meddle wi me

The pattern is sold as one design and in two pieces

complete and all tied together seamlessly

This pattern started with a knot found in a band in the 9th century Book of Kells

First Responder Tattoo with Celtic Cross Design wolf We chose to encircle itThis original tattoo pattern combines a traditional Celtic cross with the Maltese cross worn by firemen. The Maltese Cross is the symbol of protection. It means that the firefighter who wears this cross is willing to lay down his life for others, just as the crusaders sacrificed their lives for their fellow man so many years ago. The Maltese Cross is a firefighter's badge of honor, signifying that he works in courage a ladder rung away from death.