The skull-and-crossbone symbol depicts the typical arrangement of skulls and in, as in the example above from (Czech Republic).The symbol is an ancient one, becoming widespread with the medieval symbolism. From at least the 12th century, it has been used for military flags or insignia and as a warning of the ferocity of the unit displaying it. It became from the 14th century onwards, possibly even earlier. By the 15th century, the symbol had developed into its familiar form.The symbol came to be used to mark the entrances of many graveyards, particularly and also as an easily identifiable warning on poison and other dangerous liquid and powder containers since the 19th century.The skull and crossbones were also popular on crucifixes made in Northern Europe during the 18th and 19th century, worn on rosaries or as larger wall hangings in religious orders and symbolising Christ's victory over death. These crucifixes were also placed on coffins during a funeral and then later given to the deceased's family Military use.

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Further information: andThe skull and bones are often used in military insignia, e.g. In coats of arms of some military regiments.Symbol for poison In 1829, required the labeling of all containers of poisonous substances. The skull and crossbones symbol appears to have been used for that purpose since the 1850s.