Beyoncé has sparked speculation she’s been having the tattoo on her wedding finger lasered off, after the inking looked noticeably faded when she was photographed at a basketball game with husband Jay Z over the weekend, days after her sister Solange's allegedly attacked the rapper.
The singer has ‘IV’ - the Roman numeral for the number ‘four’ - tattooed in red ink on her ring finger, a reference to the date the couple got married, April 4.
Beyoncé on Saturday night, where her tattoo looks more faded than usual
The number ‘4’ obviously holds a place close to Beyoncé’s heart as her birthday is September 4, her album is also named ‘4’ and she even went as far as calling her baby Blue Ivy, with some speculating this was because it sounds like ‘IV’.
However, the tattoo was barely noticeable as she and Jay Z watched a basketball match together on Saturday, just days after her sister Solange allegedly attacked the music mogul in a lift.
A closer look at Beyoncé's faded tattoo
Beyoncé added fuel to the rumours after she posted a curious photo on her Tumblr page of her finger covered with a plaster, prompting speculation she could be in the process of having it removed.
The tattoo acts as a permanent wedding ring for Beyoncé, for when her strict rehearsal schedule and vigorous onstage performances mean wearing an 18-carat diamond ring probably isn’t the best idea.
Beyoncé covers her tattoo with a plaster
Footage of what appeared to be Solange attacking Jay Z surfaced on Monday, although it’s not yet known what caused the altercation.
However, Beyoncé published several photos with her sister on her Instagram page on Wednesday, which gave the impression there were no hard feelings between the Knowles sisters.
Beyonce And Solange's Most Stylish Moments Together
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The night it all went down, Beyonce (here with Lupita Nyong'o and Sarah Paulson) was the bell of the Met Ball in a Givenchy showstopper and Solange looked ladylike in a peach confection. (credit:Beyonce/Instagram)
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At Coachella, the sisters rocked out in bright colours, fun prints and big hair. (credit:Getty Images)
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Solange wore her signature quirky prints (those pants) and a cool afro while Bey sported a leg-baring silk-and-leather dress at the Spring 2012 Vera Wang show. (credit:Getty Images)
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At the J. Crew Spring 2012 show, Bey changed into a glamorous sequin dress while Solange decided her outfit was good enough to wear to two shows. (credit:Getty Images)
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Back in 2009, the Sisters Knowles duked it out for the best legs in revealing outfits: Bey in a sexy little dress and Solange in a ruffled mini skirt and casual shirt. (credit:Getty Images)
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Bey took bodycon to a new level in a bandage wrap dress while Solange showed off her quirky style in a dark voluminous frock in Tokyo, 2008. (credit:Getty Images)
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We have to give the award for most fashionable sister to Solange. The bell-shape dress with the big sleeves and flared skirt is stunning next to Beyonce's princess gown at the 2998 Grammys. (credit:Getty Images)
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Matching curly 'dos and lady-like dresses were the themes of the night when the sisters attended the opening of Jay Z's 40/40 Club in 2007. (credit:Getty Images)
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When in Vegas, one must dress with a ton of drama and the Knowles sisters did just that in complementary outfits in 2007. (credit:Getty Images)
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Awww! Beyonce and Solange look so pretty here at the 2005 NBA All Star Game. (credit:Getty Images)
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That hair! Bey and Solange wear matching straight hairdos at the NAACP Image Awards in 2004. (credit:Getty Images)
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The ladies know that when in doubt, just wear black. (credit:Getty Images)
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That's 2001 style alright! While Bey goes for a fringe dress with a plunging neckline, Solange gets sporty in a denim skirt and crop top that's missing part of its sleeves! (credit:Getty Images)
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How chic are these ladies? (credit:Beyonce/Instagram)
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Like mother, like daughters. It's easy to see where the twosome get their style from. (credit:Beyonce/Instagram)
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With mom again at a costume party and while Bey goes full-on glam, Solange goes a bit more casual in a summer-worthy strapless maxi. (credit:Beyonce/Instagram)
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Cat-eye sunnies and a wide-brim hat are the perfect summer accessories. (credit:Beyonce/Instagram)
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LONDON, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 19: Beyonce performs at The BRIT Awards 2014 at 02 Arena on February 19, 2014 in London, England. (Photo by Ian Gavan/Getty Images) (credit:Getty Images)
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(L-R) Singer Jay Z and his wife singer Beyonce watch the NBA game between the Philadelphia 76ers and the Brooklyn Nets at the Barclays Center in New York, February 3, 2014 AFP PHOTO/Emmanuel Dunand (Photo credit should read EMMANUEL DUNAND/AFP/Getty Images) (credit:Getty Images)
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This Jan. 26, 2014 file photo shows Beyonce at the 56th annual Grammy Awards in Los Angeles. A year after performing for the big game at the Superdome in New Orleans, Beyonce performed for a smaller crowd Saturday night Feb. 1, 2014 as Jay Z brought his wife out for a surprise cameo during his concert for DirecTVs Super Saturday Night party on the eve of the Super Bowl. (Photo by Dan Steinberg/Invision/AP, FIle) (credit:AP)
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Beyonce, left, and Jay-Z perform "Drunk in Love" at the 56th annual Grammy Awards at Staples Center on Sunday, Jan. 26, 2014, in Los Angeles. (Photo by Matt Sayles/Invision/AP) (credit:AP)
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Beyonce performs onstage on her Mrs. Carter World Tour, on Friday, December 20, 2013 at the TD Garden in Boston, Mass. (Photo by Robin Harper/Invision for Parkwood Entertainment/AP) (credit:AP)
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IMAGE DISTRIBUTED FOR PARKWOOD ENTERTAINMENT - Beyonce performs onstage at her "Mrs. Carter Show World Tour 2013," on Wednesday, December 19, 2013 at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn, New York. (Photo by Rob Hoffman/Invision for Parkwood Entertainment/AP Images) (credit:AP)
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IMAGE DISTRIBUTED FOR PARKWOOD ENTERTAINMENT - Beyonce performs onstage at her "Mrs. Carter Show World Tour 2013," on Saturday, December 7, 2013 at the US Airways Center in Phoenix, Arizona. (Photo by Robin Harper/Invision for Parkwood Entertainment/AP Images) (credit:AP)
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IMAGE DISTRIBUTED FOR PARKWOOD ENTERTAINMENT - Singer Beyonce performs on her "Mrs. Carter Show World Tour 2013", during the BET Experience music festival on Friday June 28, 2013, in Los Angeles. Beyonce is wearing a custom hand beaded peplum one-piece by Ralph & Russo with shoes by Stuart Wieztman. (Photo by Frank Micelotta/Invision for Parkwood Entertainment/AP Images) (credit:AP)
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Beyonce performs at The Sound of Change Live at Twickenham Stadium in London on Saturday, June 1st, 2013. (Photo by Jon Furniss/Invision/AP Images) (credit:AP)
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Salma Hayek, Creative Director of Gucci Frida Giannini and Beyonce arrive at The Sound of Change Live at Twickenham Stadium in London on Saturday, June 1st, 2013. (Photo by Jon Furniss/Invision/AP Images) (credit:AP)
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Beyonce, honorary chairwoman, arrives at the Metropolitan Museum of Art's Costume Institute Gala benefit in honor of the museum’s latest exhibit, “Punk: Chaos to Couture.” May 6, 2013 in New York. AFP PHOTO/Timothy A. CLARY (credit:Getty Images)
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NEW YORK, NY - MAY 06: Beyonce attends the Costume Institute Gala for the 'PUNK: Chaos to Couture' exhibition at the Metropolitan Museum of Art on May 6, 2013 in New York City. (Photo by Dimitrios Kambouris/Getty Images) (credit:Getty Images)
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Beyonce performs on her "Mrs. Carter Show World Tour 2013", on Sunday, April 21, 2013 at the Ziggo Dome in Amsterdam, Netherlands. Beyonce is wearing a custom hand beaded peplum one-piece by Ralph & Russo with shoes by Stuart Wieztman. (Photo by Frank Micelotta/Invision for Parkwood Entertainment/AP Images) (credit:AP)
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Beyonce performs on her "Mrs. Carter Show World Tour 2013", on Sunday, April 21, 2013 at the Ziggo Dome in Amsterdam, Netherlands. Beyonce is wearing a coat and boots by Pucci. (Photo by Frank Micelotta/Invision for Parkwood Entertainment/AP Images) (credit:AP)
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Beyonce performs with guitarist Bibi McGill, left, on her "Mrs. Carter Show World Tour 2013", on Sunday, April 21, 2013 at the Ziggo Dome in Amsterdam, Netherlands. Beyonce is wearing an outfit by designer Alon Livne with shoes by Giuseppe Zanotti. (Photo by Frank Micelotta/Invision for Parkwood Entertainment/AP Images) (credit:AP)
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This April 4, 2013 file photo shows married musicians Beyonce, left, and rapper Jay-Z as they tour Old Havana, Cuba. (AP Photo/Ramon Espinosa, file) (credit:AP)
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This Feb. 10, 2013 file photo shows Beyonce at the 55th annual Grammy Awards in Los Angeles. (Photo by Jordan Strauss/Invision/AP, file) (credit:AP)
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Singer Beyonce, winner Best Traditional R&B Performance, poses in the press room at the 55th Annual GRAMMY Awards at Staples Center on February 10, 2013 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Jason Merritt/Getty Images) (credit:Getty Images)
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This undated promotional image released by H&M shows entertainer Beyonce in an ad for H&M's new summer advertising campaign. Beyonce will be featured on billboards, and in print ads and TV commercials. (AP Photo/H&M) (credit:AP)
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In this Feb. 12, 2013 photo, Beyonce Knowles attends the premiere of "Beyonce: Life Is But A Dream" at the Ziegfeld Theatre, in New York. (Photo by Evan Agostini/Invision/AP, File) (credit:AP)
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Beyonce sits courtside before the NBA All-Star basketball game Sunday, Feb. 17, 2013, in Houston. (AP Photo/Eric Gay) (credit:AP)
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NEW ORLEANS, LA - FEBRUARY 03: Singer Beyonce performs during the Pepsi Super Bowl XLVII Halftime Show at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome on February 3, 2013 in New Orleans, Louisiana. (Photo by Ezra Shaw/Getty Images) (credit:Getty Images)
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NEW ORLEANS, LA - FEBRUARY 03: (L-R) Singers Kelly Rowland, Beyonce and Michelle Williams perform during the Pepsi Super Bowl XLVII Halftime Show at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome on February 3, 2013 in New Orleans, Louisiana. (Photo by Ezra Shaw/Getty Images) (credit:Getty Images)
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NEW ORLEANS, LA - FEBRUARY 03: Singer Beyonce performs during the Pepsi Super Bowl XLVII Halftime Show at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome on February 3, 2013 in New Orleans, Louisiana. (Photo by Chris Graythen/Getty Images) (credit:Getty Images)
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NEW ORLEANS, LA - JANUARY 31: Beyonce speaks onstage at the Pepsi Super Bowl XLVII Halftime Show Press Conference at the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center on January 31, 2013 in New Orleans, Louisiana. (Photo by Christopher Polk/Getty Images) (credit:Getty Images)
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NEW ORLEANS, LA - JANUARY 31: Beyonce speaks onstage at the Pepsi Super Bowl XLVII Halftime Show Press Conference at the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center on January 31, 2013 in New Orleans, Louisiana. (Photo by Christopher Polk/Getty Images) (credit:Getty Images)
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WASHINGTON, DC - JANUARY 21: Singer Beyonce performs the National Anthem as U.S. President Barack Obama looks on during the public ceremonial inauguration on the West Front of the U.S. Capitol January 21, 2013 in Washington, DC. (Photo by Alex Wong/Getty Images) (credit:Getty Images)
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WASHINGTON, DC - JANUARY 21: Jay-Z and Beyonce arrive at the presidential inauguration on the West Front of the U.S. Capitol January 21, 2013 in Washington, DC. (Photo by Win McNamee/Getty Images) (credit:Getty Images)
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MIAMI, FL - DECEMBER 10: Jay Z and Beyonce Knowles watches a game between the Miami Heat and the Atlanta Hawks at American Airlines Arena on December 10, 2012 in Miami, Florida. (Photo by Mike Ehrmann/Getty Images) (credit:Getty Images)
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NEW YORK, NY - DECEMBER 05: (L-R) Jay-Z, Beyonce, 2012 Sportsman of the Year LeBron James and Savannah Brinson attend the 2012 Sports Illustrated Sportsman of the Year award presentation at Espace on December 5, 2012 in New York City. (Photo by Stephen Lovekin/Getty Images) (credit:Getty Images)
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A video from singer Beyonce is projected during the Global Citizen Festival, a mass music concert and event to urge world leaders to act towards ending extreme poverty, in Central Park in New York on September 29, 2012. AFP PHOTO/Emmanuel DUNAND (credit:Getty Images)
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LOS ANGELES, CA - JULY 01: Beyonce accepts the award for Video Director of the Year onstage during the 2012 BET Awards at The Shrine Auditorium on July 1, 2012 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Michael Buckner/Getty Images For BET) (credit:Getty Images)
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Beyonce attends the Costume Institute Benefit at The Metropolitan Museum of Art May 7, 2012, celebrating the opening of Schiaparelli and Prada: Impossible Conversations. AFP PHOTO TIMOTHY A. CLARY (credit:Getty Images)
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LONDON, ENGLAND - SEPTEMBER 17: Beyonce Knowles at The Launch Of House Of Dereon By Beyonce And Tina Knowles at Selfridges on September 17, 2011 in London, England. (Photo by Eamonn McCormack/Getty Images) (credit:Getty Images)
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NEW YORK, NY - SEPTEMBER 13: Beyonce and Solange Knowles pose backstage at the Vera Wang Spring 2012 fashion show during Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week at The Stage at Lincoln Center on September 13, 2011 in New York City. (Photo by Craig Barritt/Getty Images for Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week) (credit:Getty Images)
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