My Portuguese tattoo that was just finished up 2 weeks ago. It took 2 sittings, 6.5 hours, and is in the middle of my back. It was originally going to be the "escudo" (circle part) and my artist had the great idea to add to add the filigree around it to make it more feminine and "regal". My artist is Holly from Mum's tattoo shop in Bend, Oregon, USA.