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Libra Tattoos for Men

Most people nowadays have tattoos inked in their bodies. When they go to get one they are driven by an inspiration or something that represents them symbolically. Some get inspiration from astrology to actually get a horoscope tattoo. Libra tattoos for men however are the most preferred zodiac tattoo designs of them all.

Libra in general is the seventh sign of the zodiac. It represents balance, a sense of fair play and harmony. Libra tattoos for men overtime have become very trendy and popular to many tattoo lovers worldwide. Colors and shadings that are favored can be used to create a beautiful effect. The tattoo can be inked in 3d which most tattoo lovers prefer and love.

The Symbolism of the Libra Tattoo

The symbolism of the tattoo originated from the Greek and according to their mythology, the Libra zodiac sign is related with the Themis goddess, who is one of the Delphi’s oracles. She is additionally considered to be the first among other gods to align people into upholding the laws.

In the Latin culture it is also related to Themis, the Lady Justice or Justitia, who is the goddess of justice. The image of Justitia who is holding the scales is a preferred choice for zodiac tattoos lovers. On the zodiac design the Libra is portrayed as a balancing scale. Being the only one with no human or having an astrological sign related to an animal the sign stands out from the other symbols. Sometimes in the tattoo designs a hand may be shown holding the scales.

The Meaning Behind Holding the Scale

The holding the scale is a symbol of a sense of balance or sometimes it can represent justice. This is due to the fact that the Lady Justice is shown holding the scales in her hand while blindfolded. To signify and impart justice based on the fact she cannot be swayed by what she sees when they are presented to her. It is also a belief that the people born under the sun sign always try to see the both sides of an issue in any situation. They have this believe that the world and everything in it should be symmetrical, have a fair chances and kindness is what balances the scale.

Whether you hold the same believes in this signs ruled by Justitia the goddess of justice, it impossible not to agree that all these things, one way or another, have an effect on your life. This is because we all need a sense of balance in our lives as we have to make crucial decisions by weighing the advantages and the disadvantage of any situation.

Check out the best Libra tattoos for men

Libra tattoo design for men, idea 1

This is one of the great libra tattoo ideas We’ve yet to see. It is set on the top of your finger. It’s the perfect scale design that fits perfectly on the top of the hand and rests gently on top of the finger. While the baskets are drawn empty they are also unbalanced but perfectly illustrated.

Libra tattoo design for men, idea 2

The unique libra tattoo idea is a centered scale with a sun on one side and its equal, the moon on the other creating perfect balance. The scale is very formal but detailed in design and shows intrigue realism. With or without coloring, this tattoo is perfection.

Libra tattoo design for men, idea 3

The tribal design of the center with a scorpion on one side and a horse head on the other makes this a perfect libra tattoo for men. The Ying and Yang in the center accentuates the entire design and ties it all together.

Libra tattoo design for men, idea 4

This tattoo has an arrow for the center and the half-moon on one side with a water symbol on the other makes this a good idea for a libra tattoo for guys. The hanging baskets have been replaced by circles the base also has three.

Libra tattoo design for men, idea 5

Having the center of this libra tattoo as an anchor is one of the great tattoo ideas for men. The hanging baskets are empty but that doesn’t diminish the look at all. The baskets are also shown to be swinging instead of just hanging, almost like the wind is blowing.

Libra tattoo design for men, idea 6

This back tattoo is one of the most basic tattoos ideas, but still one of the really good libra tattoo ideas. The scale design, however is detailed and almost regal in its design. Its appearance is very realistic. The very top of the scale seems to be holding a glass, only adding to it’s charm.

Libra tattoo design for men, idea 7

This is one of the really amazing libra tattoos for men that We’ve seen. With an angel on one side and the devil on the other making it just show how epic it is. With LIBRA inscribed on the base of this scale it just adds to the realism.

Libra tattoo design for men, idea 8

Having an unbalanced tattoo of the scale for libra is a unique take. With the heart on one side and a feather on the other and the design behind the entirety it will not go unnoticed. The background design is almost freeflowing.

Libra tattoo design for men, idea 9

The details and intricate manner of this makes it one of the great tattoo ideas We’ve seen for libras. Simplistic and yet very detailed scale design. With the inscription AEGIS’ at the top of the scale and minute detailing done to the base make this exquisite.

Libra tattoo design for men, idea 10

This almost full back tattoo for libra is astounding. The mostly leafless tree with the omega symbol is very detailed and the hanging pots on either side make it complete. The beginnings of the tangled roots are visable under the omega symbol.

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Libra tattoo design for men, idea 11

Color and detail mark this great tattoo idea for men. The woman holding the pots on either side of her crossed arms has great detail. With the wings behind her, the flower she’s coming out of and the pots are flowers complete this look.

Libra tattoo design for men, idea 12

This libra tattoo for guys is stunning with the sailing wheel with multiple directional arrows is next to a blind woman’s face. She’s holding the balanced baskets under her chin on her finger. You even have the detail of her hair being blown over her face.

Libra tattoo design for men, idea 13

This Egyptian take on the libra tattoo is wonderful. With the eye above on wings, the cartouche creating the center and the pyramids below is perfection. The multiple suns over the pyramids and the almost god like cartouche detail is unique.

Libra tattoo design for men, idea 14

The accent coloring of the scale against the eagle in black and white makes this a great libra tattoo idea. The eagle appears to be either be in a protective stance or aggressive flight and holding the scale in it’s talons.

Libra tattoo design for men, idea 15

The brown accent coloring of this libra tattoo along with the leaves cradling the scale makes this a perfect tattoo idea. The scale design with it’s contrasting color in the middle and LIBRA across the bottom add depth.

Libra tattoo design for men, idea 16

Honoring someone with this libra tattoo would be amazing. With the color, the dates on the scale arms and the ETERNAL in a tree design across the middle of the scale, you will notice this.

Libra tattoo design for men, idea 17

A different take on this libra tattoo idea has the scale on top of a flower design. The scale is balancing a heart and brain equally. The coloring is perfect and ideal.

Libra tattoo design for men, idea 18

This libra tattoos idea for guys is a woman in angelic form, draped in cloth and in her outstretched arms are the empty baskets. Her arms show designs and she’s standing on a stone with cravings.

Libra tattoo design for men, idea 19

Libra is well shown in this tattoo. With the dragon style tail as the center of the scale and LIBRA on the center, and the baskets both with exquisite detailing complement the entire design.

Libra tattoo design for men, idea 20

This scale with the angel higher than the devil is a perfect libra tattoo design for men. The details are not left out on the scale nor the representations for good and evil.

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Libra tattoo design for men, idea 21

This is one of the most unique libra tattoos for guys that we’ve seen yet. The tribal design holds true to the scale but with a tribal flare.

Libra tattoo design for men, idea 22

The perfect tattoo idea for men is the tree with the omega symbol at the base. The top of the tree is holding the arms of the libra scale and the hanging baskets.

Libra tattoo design for men, idea 23

With a tree being represented as the libra tattoo and all the turmoil that the image projects, this is a great libra tattoo idea.

Libra tattoo design for men, idea 24

This unique take on the libra tattoo show the sign of omega and the top of the symbol has birds flying off from it. Two dates on either side of the symbol for representation and adding to it’s uniqueness.

Libra tattoo design for men, idea 25

For those that aren’t looking for huge but feminine and discrete, this libra scale tattoo is perfect. Small enough to be hidden but still large enough to be seen.

Libra tattoo design for men, idea 26

The scales have a wolf, roaring on top of the libra tattoo. The whole design is circled by a spades symbol, making this tattoo the ace! This is a design that is better done on the chest area or on the back, but can be minimized to be placed on the arm.

Libra tattoo design for men, idea 27

The golden scales have a sturdy look, there is a jewel incrusted on them and the ohm symbol is present as well (a symbol for this zodiac sign). The color blue, one of the sign’s colors, is toning it a bit.

Libra tattoo design for men, idea 28

A blue star that has an ohm symbol on top of it. A good wrist tattoo that can be easily sized up for another area of the body. The ohm is cracked, but fused, showing what doesn’t kill you makes you stronger.

Libra tattoo design for men, idea 29

This Libra has an L and a D on its scales. A dark colored tattoo that is best used by guys on their back or chest due to the large area it takes. The laurels are there and there are some stars adorning the design.

Libra tattoo design for men, idea 30

A simple and slick tattoo of an ohm on the back of a guy’s leg, his foot over a basketball to demonstrate how some everyday actions can expose a good design. This is a simple libra tattoo that can be used on the wrist, leg, neck or even finger area.

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Libra tattoo design for men, idea 31

An incrusted ohm, as if carved from stone on a guy’s shoulder. The stone is cracked giving it a realistic look. This is one of the most ambitious and successful Libra tattoo ideas, and it would look good on the back and chest areas as well.

Libra tattoo design for men, idea 32

As far as the Libra tattoos idea is concerned, this one is pretty successful. A Celtic styled metal Libra on a guy’s back with pointy scales on the weighing plates. It is both simple and yet intricate in its design.

Libra tattoo design for men, idea 33

This is one of the simples back tattoo ideas for men. The Ohm Libra symbol is thick and black, contrasting with the skin. For those who keep it simple, this may be it.

Libra tattoo design for men, idea 34

A five point red star, traced, is circling an Ohm Libra. The word “Power” is clearly legible. A simple and yet powerful Libra tattoo design for those who want to try a colored tattoo in a shy way.

Libra tattoo design for men, idea 35

A man is standing on a pedestal, very Egyptian-like. He has long waving hair and the light shining through behind his back. His pedestal has an Ohm symbol carved into it.

Libra tattoo design for men, idea 36

This is a stylish Libra, with a “quickly made” look on a freshly shaved head area, behind the man’s ear. This guy looks great with it, and this is a bold Libra tattoo for men, so go ahead and consider it.

Libra tattoo design for men, idea 37

A raging Anubis stands in judgment with the scales on front of him. Flames are also burning on the bottom of the design, and it looks mean! A Libra tattoo for men who like detail.

Libra tattoo design for men, idea 38

This tattoo is a black and simple ohm looking as if it was made with a paint brush. Some ink splatters are seen like if the brush was too wet at the edge. Libra tattoos for guys are usually a bit more complex, but somehow we like it.

Libra tattoo design for men, idea 39

The scales on this picture are rounded, the structure of the device itself is curvy and the moon is part of the structure, which is pertinent thanks to the sign’s connection with Earth’s natural satellite.

Libra tattoo design for men, idea 40

This is one of the most colorful Libra tattoos for guys we have on this site, and it really emanates some native and natural vibes. With suns on its scales and a owl looking over it, it is simply stunning.

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Libra tattoo design for men, idea 41

Tattoos ideas abound, but this one is truly unique. The large scales are made of an interesting mixture of cloth and dagger. The dagger itself is piercing the moon in this wide-back tattoo.

Libra tattoo design for men, idea 42

What an intricate and detailed tattoo this is. Justice, depicted by a woman, is blinded! The Ohm symbol is present and the Roman numerals MC MXCVII are clearly seen. A cool chest design you can add on your to-do list.

Libra tattoo design for men, idea 43

An interesting tattoo that shows nothing is what it seems. It is highly detailed, it has two women, one on each side, and the scales are present as well. The all seeing eye looms below the design.

Libra tattoo design for men, idea 44

A human is the structure for the scales in this particular design. The woman appears to be weighing the sun and moon and has an Ohm at her base. Feathers and dots are adorning the cool piece.

Libra tattoo design for men, idea 45

This tattoo is made using dot art, which is really original and creative. The design has straight lines and is pretty much geometrically based. Two droplets or jewels can be seeing incrusted on the design.

Libra tattoo design for men, idea 46

The faded libra stands behind a broken hour glass. The hour glass is grabbed by a skeletal hand, as if to tell you that time is fleeting and death awaits. An eerie tattoo, that finishes off by depicting time lapse as the hour glass has sand on top and rock on the bottom.

Libra tattoo design for men, idea 47

Another detailed tattoo that has the all seeing eye in front of a clouded sunrise. The scales are weighing a feather and a human heart, and another separate cloud is hovering behind center of this piece.

Libra tattoo design for men, idea 48

The simple and black scales depicted on this piece are made with straight lines. A small and modest tattoo that is still effective on areas like the leg, the wrist or even the neck areas.

Libra tattoo design for men, idea 49

Another of the most popular Libra tattoos, you can see the scales having the moon as their base. One scale is upfront while the other is in the background. The base of the scales is crystallized while the top is fuming.

Libra tattoo design for men, idea 50

The big scales on this design take the whole back of the man who has them. There’s a droplet on the base, and in that droplet we can spot the Celtic’s tree of life. The sun and the moon are depicted on the scales.

Conclusion

Justice and harmony are vital things that make the world to function in logical and a rational manner. This is what the libra tattoo for men represents. The tattoo is an extraordinary design for any tattoo lover who needs a great tattoo with a little bit of edge and an inspiring meaning. If you are planning to get stunning libra tattoo inked on your body ensure to have an expert tattoo artist to carry out the job.