The secret society known as Skull and Bones, established in 1832 at Yale University, has long been a symbol of elite power and influence. Founded by William Huntington Russell and Alphonso Taft, the society has maintained a shroud of Skull and Bones Items secrecy that has only fueled public curiosity and speculation. Despite its secretive nature, enough details have emerged to provide insight into the society's traditions, membership, and impact on its members and broader society. Skull and Bones was founded during a time of significant cultural and intellectual change in America. Russell, inspired by his experiences with secret societies in Germany, sought to create a similar organization at Yale. Together with Taft, he established Skull and Bones, adopting a skull and crossbones with the number 322 beneath it as the society's emblem. This symbol has come to represent the society's mysterious origins and its enduring traditions. Membership in Skull and Bones is highly selective and limited to 15 seniors each year. These individuals, known as "Bonesmen," are chosen based on criteria that remain largely undisclosed. It is widely believed that the society favors students who demonstrate exceptional talent, leadership potential, and a strong social network. The initiation process is a closely guarded secret, involving elaborate rituals and ceremonies designed to foster a sense of unity and loyalty among members. The society's meetings and activities take place in a building known as "The Tomb," a windowless structure on Yale's campus that symbolizes the secrecy and exclusivity of Skull and Bones. Inside The Tomb, members engage in rituals and discussions that are carefully guarded from outsiders. These rituals often involve symbolic acts and the use of artifacts, including human skulls and bones, which have contributed to Skull and bones items for sale cheap the society's enigmatic and somewhat macabre reputation.