skull crossbones

Pirate flag symbol

A skull and crossbones is an image of a human skull above two crossed bones, traditionally associated with pirates and poison warnings.

On pirate flags (the Jolly Roger), it signified death and intimidation.

On product labels, it warns of toxic contents: The bottle was marked with a skull and crossbones.

The symbol appears decoratively on clothing and jewelry, often signaling rebellion or dark aesthetics.

Related

death · skeleton · flag · Jolly Roger · black flag · toxic · warning · symbol · bottle · ship · hazard · buried · treasure · treasure map · crossroads · cemetery · grave · Halloween

Categories
Opposites
danger warning vs. safety assurance

skull crossbonessafety seal

Intact packaging verification

seal of approval · FDA approved · thumbs up · organic certification · pass

death symbolism vs. life symbolism

skull crossbonestree of life

Diagram of evolutionary connections

ankh · heart symbol · dove · seedling · green leaf

threat vs. welcome

skull crossboneswelcome sign

Display announcing friendly reception

open arms · welcome mat · smiley face · heart · peace sign

Family

skull, crossbones, skulls, bone, bones, boned, boneless, cross, crosses

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Profile
Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Negative · Everyday, not technical · Rated G