The oldest known evidence comes from Ötzi the Iceman (c. 3300 BCE), whose 61 tattoos were likely therapeutic, located near joints prone to degeneration.
In cultures like the Maori (Ta Moko) and Samoan (Pe’a) , tattoos are sacred rites of passage that convey genealogy, rank, and achievements. tattoos
Historically, cultures like the Greeks and Romans used tattoos to mark criminals or slaves. Modern Evolution and Technology The oldest known evidence comes from Ötzi the Iceman (c