EARLY HISTORY
In ancient times, the anchor was viewed as a symbol that represented safety; because of this, Christians adopted the anchor as a symbol of hope. During the second and third centuries, the anchor was often found in the epitaphs of catacombs. When Christians were under Roman persecution, the anchor was a way to exhibit their religion under the watchful eye of the Romans, for other practicing Christians to see, by tattooing the symbol or wearing anchor jewellery. The anchor was chosen as it holds a ship in place, representing strength and security.