Thieves’ stars
When you worn on the knees, the stars are a sign of a prisoner who commands respect. The implied meaning is ”I will never get on my knees in front of anyone.”
Thieves’ stars on the chest – Mark a higher rank.Only the most respected can wear the thieves’ stars in that area of the body. The tattoos must be earned, and an inmate wearing an undeserved tattoo risks a beating or worse.