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New Study: Pre-Columbian Tattoos Are Better Than Modern Tattoos

New Study: Pre-Columbian Tattoos Are Better Than Modern Tattoos

International study examined the body tattooing traditions of pre-Columbian South America. The findings suggest that many ancient tattoos may surpass modern ones in quality. Researchers analyzed over 100 tattooed human remains from the Chancay culture, focusing on the “Dama de Cao,” a prominent figure from the Moche culture. They found that the finest lines likely