Search
Clam refers to several kinds of bivalve mollusks.
Usually, the word referees to only those that live underwater and are edible.
With these tattoos, you can decide to include a pearl in the center or not. You can wear this charming symbol differently. The two shells are supposed to be equal in size and connected by a ligament which can either be external or internal.
Rendered in nautical Victorian black and white ink or brightly hued, closed or open, the clam is for the women who like to wear her wealth with a bit of a wink and an unassuming dignity. It may not look quite attractive or as a mere sea shell, but only you know the true traits and treasure buried within.
The ancient civilization categorized and prized the clam for its extraordinary pearl and succulent meat. In most cultures, the shell became a symbol of life’s preciousness, prosperity, and abundance.
The two equal shells also represent the couple, forming one unique shell when closed together. This greatly symbolizes femininity, intimacy, purity, virginity, marriage, and union. You can also attain the meaning of protection from the clam tattoos, which share widely with the motifs representing all the creatures with a protective shell.
The shell acts as a shield. It also gives a sense of mystery, being that it is only slightly open and just a small part showing. It also shows that you are carefully opening up secrecy unknown to the world and learning its essence. You can wear it on the ankle, bracelet, hand, or other parts.
