10 Shiny Diamond Tattoos

A Diamond Tattoo lasts forever, or at least as long as it possibly can on the wearer’s skin. The diamond has long been a symbol of “forever” as well as “lasting love” and “quality.” Although it is not the rarest gemstone in the world, it is by far the most popular, especially in modern Western culture, with its longstanding tradition of the engagement and wedding rings. The engagement ring is a relatively modern concept, brought about by successful marketing campaigns by the diamond industry at the time, which was during the late 1930’s after the diamond industry took a nosedive after The Great Depression. There is no denying the diamond’s beauty, as well as its cost, sometimes being human lives to keep up with supply. The 2006 movie “Blood Diamond” brought this issue up to mainstream audiences to consider, however, the diamond is still the most popular gemstone out there.

The big question is, would you rather have a diamond tattoo or a diamond ring? Comment with your answers. Here are 10 Shiny Diamond Tattoos to inspire you:

A diamond with the text around it, ” Today, Tomorrow, Forever.”

This tiny diamond just below the wearer’s ear is quite cute and simple.

A very feminine placement on this wearer’s upper back, a realistic, sparkling diamond is chosen to represent her in some way.

This diamond looks like it is dripping with blood, perhaps alluding to the cost of diamonds with blood and lives, or “Blood Diamonds.”

A pixelated diamond that Mario himself would covet.

Not sure what the meaning of these two gemstones are (one diamond and one emerald) but it makes for a beautiful, graphic, and unique tattoo.

This diamond is on the wearer’s chest, precisely above her cleavage. The viewer can’t help but draw their eyes there.

Simple, bold, line drawn diamond. Very geometric in shape and style.

Here’s a 3D, realistic, pink diamond. Absolutely stunning.

Here’s a black (or blue?) heart shaped diamond, reminiscent of the necklace from the movie “Titanic.”