Carabinieri Appuntato Scelto Special Qualification Rank Insignia

Product overview

What it is and who it’s for: The Fregio Appuntato Scelto Qualifica Speciale Carabinieri is a hand-embroidered silver canutiglia cap badge made for the Appuntato Scelto Qualifica Speciale of the Arma dei Carabinieri, intended to be worn on the rigid service cap. Definition: a 9.5 cm silver-thread embroidered badge on black cloth with black fasaroni, featuring the Carabinieri grenade and RI monogram.

This badge suits duty, ceremonial and dress use within the Carabinieri. It is a military-grade insignia produced for official use and for verified collectors under law.

Main features

Key details at a glance:

• Hand-embroidered design: Silver canutiglia stitching on black cloth with black fasaroni for a traditional look.
• Official emblem: Depicts the Carabinieri grenade with 13 black-marked prongs, the RI monogram and six surrounding bombards.
• Size: 9.5 cm diameter — clearly visible on the rigid cap without being oversized.
• Two variants: Ordinance model with open flames or non-ordinance model with flames flowing to the viewer’s right.
• Intended fit: Designed specifically for the berretto rigido (rigid cap) of the Appuntato Scelto Qualifica Speciale.
• Restricted sale: Available only to Carabinieri personnel or verified collectors (verification required).

How to use / When it’s useful

This badge is used as the official insignia on the rigid service cap for Appuntato Scelto Qualifica Speciale Carabinieri, suitable for daily duty and formal uniforms. It also serves collectors who hold the required legal permit.

Quick answer: wear it centered on the berretto rigido as part of the uniform. In most cases: purchase and delivery require identity and service verification; collectors must present the prefectural license under art. 28 TULPS.

Care and notes

Basic care preserves the canutiglia and cloth; follow verification rules before ordering.

• Avoid prolonged exposure to moisture and strong abrasion to protect the silver thread.
• Store flat or on a padded support to prevent deformation of the badge and fasaroni.
• Sale is reserved to Arma dei Carabinieri personnel; purchase requires submitting a copy of military ID or service certificate for verification.
• Collectors must provide the prefectural license as required by art. 28 TULPS for purchase approval.
• Availability is limited due to the restricted nature of the product.

FAQ

Q: Who is allowed to buy this fregio?

A: Sale is reserved to personnel of the Arma dei Carabinieri. Verified collectors may also purchase if they present the required prefectural license (art. 28 TULPS).

Q: What verification is required to complete the purchase?

A: You must send a copy of your military ID or an official service certificate for verification. Verification is completed before purchase filters are removed.

Q: What are the badge dimensions?

A: The embroidered fregio measures 9.5 cm in diameter, sized to be visible on the rigid cap without being oversized.

Q: Which variants are available?

A: Two variants are offered: the ordinance model with open flames and the non-ordinance model with flames flowing to the right from the viewer’s perspective.

Q: What materials are used?

A: The badge is hand-embroidered in silver canutiglia on black cloth with black fasaroni, following traditional workmanship for military insignia.

Q: Can someone outside the Carabinieri buy this item?

A: No, general public sales are not allowed. Collectors may purchase only after providing the valid prefectural license required by law.

Tip: Choose the variant that matches your uniform regulations or collection needs and confirm your verification documents before ordering. Browse related tactical and military surplus insignia to complete uniform or display sets.