[Rodamala]

Teardrop tattoos, generally speaking, were prison tattoos... with a variety of meanings... before adopted by the 99%ers. They could signify a memorial for murdered fellow gang or family members, OR how many times the wearer was raped while in prison.

Tattoos/brands are marks of ownership... for slaves, livestock, and prison bitches.

[Pontiac]

Fine young animals, tear drop below eye is a gang affiliation.

From my reading the tear drop tattoos signify prison terms.