Carabinieri General's Shoulder Boards

Product overview

Alamari Generale Carabinieri are a pair of ceremonial collar insignia made for officers of the Arma dei Carabinieri who hold the rank of General (Brigade, Division, or Corps). They are intended for duty and ceremonial uniforms and also of interest to verified military collectors.

Definition: a pair of embroidered silver canutiglia insignia on black cloth, worn on the collar to indicate the rank of General. These alamari combine traditional design with durable materials suitable for tactical and duty uniforms.

Main features

Key attributes that make these alamari suitable for uniform use and collectors alike:

• High-quality materials: embroidered in silver canutiglia on black cloth for a durable, formal finish.
• Distinctive design: palm, branch and tassel motifs decorate the collar pieces.
• Rank identification: each alamaro carries a five-point gold star, the symbol of General rank.
• Size: 20 cm height x 4 cm width (pair).
• Restricted sale: reserved to Arma dei Carabinieri personnel; collectors may buy with the required prefettizia licence (art. 28 TULPS).
• Suitable for: duty and ceremonial uniforms, military surplus collections, and police/military display.

How to use / When it’s useful

These alamari are attached to the collar of service jackets to show the General rank during parades, official duties, and formal events. Quick answer: they are worn on the collar of the uniform jacket to visibly indicate rank.

In most cases, purchase and use are limited to authorised personnel; collectors may acquire them if they supply the required prefettizia licence. They are useful for restoring authentic uniforms, display in military collections, or official duty wear.

Care and notes

Basic care keeps the embroidery and cloth in good condition; handle with care and follow official uniform cleaning rules when applicable.

• Store flat or in a protective case to avoid crushing the canutiglia and tassel.
• Prefer professional or gentle cleaning methods; avoid machine washing or harsh chemicals.
• Sale requires documentation: send a copy of your tesserino (mod. AT) or set the delivery address as your barracks/command station.
• Collectors must provide a prefettizia licence in accordance with art. 28 TULPS.
• Limited availability—orders may be subject to verification and stock limits.

FAQ

Q: Who can purchase the Alamari Generale Carabinieri?

A: Only serving personnel of the Arma dei Carabinieri and verified collectors with a prefettizia licence (art. 28 TULPS) can buy this product. Verification is required before sale.

Q: What are the exact dimensions?

A: The alamari measure 20 cm in height and 4 cm in width for each piece; they are sold as a pair.

Q: What materials are used?

A: They are embroidered in silver canutiglia on black cloth, designed for a formal, durable appearance suitable for duty and ceremonial use.

Q: How do I prove I belong to the Arma dei Carabinieri?

A: You must send a copy of your tesserino (mod. AT) or set the delivery address as your barracks/command station; this information should be included during site registration.

Q: Can collectors buy these alamari?

A: Yes, collectors can purchase them only after submitting a valid prefettizia licence in accordance with art. 28 TULPS. Sales remain subject to verification and stock availability.

Q: Are these alamari in continuous stock?

A: No, availability is limited and demand is high. Orders may require document verification and could be delayed or limited by stock.

Tip: Choose the correct size and provide required documentation at checkout; check related military and tactical uniform accessories to complete your uniform or collection.