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When were tattoos first invented?

When were tattoos first invented?

Moment Of Um · Brains On Universe

May 17, 20246m 6s

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Show Notes

Tattoos are a type of art that’s added permanently to a person’s skin using special inks and needles. It’s a way of decorating the body that has been around for a long time. But how long? When were the earliest tattoos?  We asked sociologist David Lane to help us find the answer.


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