The term 'pirate' means "one who plunders on the sea", but those who led this life fell into several categories. Privateers were sea-raiders with a government licence to pillage enemy ships. Buccaneers were pirates who plundered the Spanish in the Caribbean and Corsairs roved the Mediterranean in search of gold and other treasures.

This Pirate Gem ring with skulls on it is made from lead-free pewter and is supplied with either a red, green or blue gem. The information card is full colour on the front and has historical information on the reverse.