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What better way to show your love of Harry Potter than getting a magical J.K. Rowling series-themed tattoo?!

To inspire all the Potterheads out there, Bored Panda has put together this list of Harry Potter tattoos that are truly magical. Only for true Potter fans to understand, these tattoos would probably even make J.K. Rowling proud! Keep on scrolling to take a look, and feel free to add your own Harry Potter tats to the list.

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Subtle Harry Potter tattoo of footprints and hidden Marauder's Map quote under UV light.

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8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

The scars, you are a hero. People with cuts are heroes because they survived the most difficult time in their lives. Spread the word :)

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    Colorful subtle Harry Potter tattoo featuring glasses and a lightning bolt on a forearm, set against a floral mural background.

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    Harry Potter tattoo featuring the Deathly Hallows symbol on skin.

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    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Even made the line look like the elder wand, nice details!

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    #4

    Subtle Harry Potter tattoos of a doe with "always" and a stag with "protego" on forearms.

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    #5

    Subtle Harry Potter tattoo on wrist with "Mischief Managed" and footprints design.

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    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Sounds like something Fred has-Would have ha-I'll stop now.

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    #6

    Minimalist Hogwarts outline tattoo on forearm, ideal for true Potterheads.

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    #7

    Subtle Harry Potter tattoo of “expecto patronum” in white ink on forearm, resting on a white fabric background.

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    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Looks like it was written with Umbridge's Evil Quill.

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    #8

    Harry Potter tattoo featuring the Deathly Hallows symbol with subtle character silhouettes.

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    #9

    Minimalist Harry Potter tattoo featuring the word "Always" with a subtle Deathly Hallows symbol on the arm.

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    #10

    Close-up of subtle Harry Potter tattoos on ankles, featuring symbols, with wearer in rolled-up jeans and Nike sneakers.

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    #11

    Subtle Harry Potter tattoo of the Deathly Hallows symbol and "Mischief Managed" text on the back.

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    #12

    Subtle Harry Potter tattoo on hand reading "I must not tell lies" in white ink, a nod for true Potterheads.

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    #13

    Subtle Harry Potter tattoo of "Dumbledore's Army" in white ink on a wrist.

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    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Looks like it was written with Umbridge Quill

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    #14

    Subtle Harry Potter tattoo of a wand design on a finger.

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    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I kind of don't think this is a tattoo.

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    #15

    Harry Potter tattoo of platform 9¾ on a wrist, symbolizing the magical journey for true Potterheads.

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    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    So...someone is going to try and run through you

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    #16

    Subtle Harry Potter tattoo of a stag surrounded by branches on an arm.

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    #17

    Subtle Harry Potter tattoo of the Deathly Hallows symbol with red and blue watercolor background on an arm.

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    #18

    Subtle Harry Potter tattoo of stars on a wrist, shown above an open book.

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    #19

    Harry Potter tattoo of the Golden Snitch on an arm, depicting subtle fan art for dedicated Potterheads.

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    #20

    Cartoon Harry Potter tattoo with glasses, broomstick, and Golden Snitch, perfect for Potterheads.

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    #21

    Subtle Harry Potter tattoo with Deathly Hallows symbol over a colorful watercolor background on skin.

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    #22

    Golden Snitch tattoo on shoulder, showcasing subtle Harry Potter-themed ink for true fans.

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    #23

    Subtle Harry Potter tattoo on ankle with "Expecto Patronum" in script.

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    #24

    Subtle Harry Potter tattoo of a Golden Snitch on a person's leg.

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    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    One of my favorite parts of all the books

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    #25

    Subtle Harry Potter tattoo with ancient runes inked on a forearm, representing a magical theme for devoted fans.

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    #26

    Minimalist Harry Potter tattoo of a stag on an arm, a subtle design for true fans.

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    #27

    Woman with subtle Harry Potter tattoo of a stag at outdoor event.

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    #28

    Harry Potter tattoos featuring the quote "I solemnly swear that I am up to no good" and Harry's glasses and scar.

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    #29

    Subtle Harry Potter tattoo of the Deathly Hallows on an ankle, next to a braided anklet.

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    #30

    Subtle Harry Potter tattoo with a colorful design on an arm.

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    6 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I have the very same one but in black and white

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    #31

    Minimal Harry Potter tattoo of three stars on a person's leg, near ankle boots.

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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    TO ANYONE WHO DOESNT KNOW! These are the little stars in the corners of the Harry Potter books.

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    Subtle Harry Potter tattoo on arm with text "I solemnly swear that I am up to no good."

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    #33

    Subtle Harry Potter tattoo featuring the Deathly Hallows symbol with intricate designs on a woman's chest.

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    #34

    Subtle Harry Potter tattoo featuring "Expecto Patronum" script with antlers on arm.

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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My trypophobia doesn't like the dots like that

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    #35

    Harry Potter tattoos of the words "nox" and "lumos" inked on forearms in a subtle script.

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    #36

    Subtle Harry Potter tattoo depicting Hogwarts outline on an arm, with black nail polish.

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    #37

    Arm with a subtle Harry Potter tattoo featuring a wolf and a small cartoon character in wizard robes.

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    #38

    Colorful Golden Snitch tattoo on forearm, a subtle Harry Potter design for true fans.

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    #39

    Subtle Harry Potter tattoo of "Expecto Patronum" in elegant script on arm.

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    #40

    Close-up of a subtle Harry Potter tattoo featuring the Deathly Hallows symbol under a striped top.

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    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    On a completely unrelated note, that nose ring looks awesome

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    #41

    Subtle Harry Potter tattoo of Deathly Hallows with antlers on arm.

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    #42

    Harry Potter tattoo featuring the word "Always" with the Deathly Hallows symbol.

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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    So many things in the one tattoo. Very original - love it!!!

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    #43

    Minimal Harry Potter tattoo of Hogwarts castle outline on ankle.

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    #44

    Subtle Harry Potter tattoo of the Deathly Hallows symbol on a wrist.

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    #45

    Golden Snitch tattoo on woman's shoulder at a tattoo parlor; subtle Harry Potter design for true fans.

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    Subtle Harry Potter tattoo of Deathly Hallows design with watercolor effect on a person's side.

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    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    why isn't this higher on the list? the galaxy aesthetic!

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    #47

    Hand holding strawberries with a subtle Harry Potter tattoo on wrist against a background of yellow leaves.

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    #48

    Small black lightning bolt tattoo on a finger, inspired by Harry Potter.

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    #49

    Harry Potter tattoo with glasses and a lightning bolt, symbolizing subtle magic for true fans.

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    #50

    Woman with Deathly Hallows tattoo and wand, a subtle Harry Potter symbol.

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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'm actually more focused on the wand lol.

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    #51

    "Subtle Harry Potter tattoo of 'fidelis' on foot, showcasing minimalistic style for dedicated fans."

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    #52

    Harry Potter tattoo of Deathly Hallows symbol with ornate design on the neck.

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    #53

    Subtle Harry Potter tattoo of the Deathly Hallows on a wrist, surrounded by grass.

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    #54

    Subtle Harry Potter tattoo on a shoulder in cursive script, reading "until the very end," referencing a fan-favorite quote.

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    Subtle Harry Potter tattoos on fingers, featuring the Deathly Hallows symbol and Harry's glasses with a lightning bolt.

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    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    These are cool but i'm pretty sure they were drawn on with sharpie. If you look, you can see previous drawings behind the glasses that have been semi-erased.

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    #56

    Simple Harry Potter tattoo of a hand holding a wand, symbolizing magic on the forearm.

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    #57

    Subtle Harry Potter tattoos on feet, featuring "Expecto Patronum" and a Thestral design.

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    #58

    Subtle Harry Potter stag tattoo on forearm, representing a Patronus, inked in minimalist style.

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    #59

    Harry Potter tattoo featuring the phrase "Salvio Hexia" with the Deathly Hallows symbol on an arm.

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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    it's a protective charm that deflects hexes

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    Close-up of subtle Harry Potter tattoos featuring numbers on two wrists with a star pattern.

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    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    not only is 687 Harry's gringotts number but its the page number of the page where dumbledore says 'after all this time' and snape replied 'always' page 498 is the page in half blood prince where snape has written sectumsempra and i think there are more

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    Subtle Harry Potter tattoo of a hand with the word "confundo" on an arm.

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    #62

    Tattoo featuring Deathly Hallows and dragonfly on woman's back, symbolizing subtle Harry Potter themes.

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    #63

    Two minimalist arrows crossed in a subtle Harry Potter tattoo design.

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    #64

    Subtle Harry Potter tattoo featuring "Always" script and Deathly Hallows symbol on arm.

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    #65

    Tattoo of a broomstick with stars on arm, subtle Harry Potter design near a festive Christmas tree.

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    #66

    Harry Potter subtle tattoo of glasses and lightning bolt on arm.

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    #67

    Subtle Harry Potter tattoo of a wand on a person's shoulder.

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    Two people displaying subtle Harry Potter tattoos on their chests, with Deathly Hallows symbols, wearing stylish black outfits.

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    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Previous comment rude and unnecessary. Beautiful girls, butiful

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    Two subtle Harry Potter tattoos on fingers, featuring glasses and a triangle.

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    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The deathly hallows sign is drawn incorrectly.

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    #70

    Subtle Harry Potter tattoo on wrist with numbers 823.914 R797 in black ink.

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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    A library devotee as well as a Potter fan 🤩

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    #71

    Subtle Harry Potter tattoo of a stag on the foot, representing a Patronus symbol for true Potterheads.

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    Subtle Harry Potter tattoo of a doe Patronus on a foot, with dot shading technique.

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    A subtle Harry Potter lightning bolt tattoo on a wrist, with colorful nails visible.

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