Dinner Badge for San Marco Battalion

Product overview

The Distinctive Dinner Badge of the Battaglione San Marco is a small enamel metal lapel badge for members of the Marina Militare and qualifying collectors. It is intended for service members who have completed the required period with the Battaglione San Marco and for licensed collectors under Italian law.

Definition: A 1.2 cm enamel metal dinner badge featuring the winged Lion of San Marco, reserved for qualified military personnel or collectors with the proper prefettorial license. Suitable for formal wear, dress duty or as a collectible within military surplus and tactical memorabilia collections.

Main features

Key details that define this official dinner badge:

• Design: Winged Lion of San Marco on a red background, flanked by laurel fronds; the lion's right paw rests on an open book topped by a turreted crown with rostra.
• Material: High-quality enamel on metal for lasting appearance and durability.
• Attachment: Rear clamp (morsetto) fastener for secure, easy application to lapels or uniforms.
• Size: Compact 1.2 cm diameter — discreet but visible during formal events.
• Eligibility: Reserved for Marina Militare personnel; collectors may purchase with a prefettorial license under art. 28 TULPS.

How to use / When it’s useful

The badge is designed for formal occasions: wear it on the dinner jacket, uniform lapel, or formal coat during official ceremonies and military dinners. It serves as a sign of affiliation and long service within the Battaglione San Marco.

Quick answer: Wear it on the left lapel or on the dress uniform where badges are normally placed. In most cases, the badge is associated with long service (typically issued after five years in the Battaglione San Marco) and is sold only to those who can provide required documentation.

Care and notes

Simple care preserves finish and fastener function; observe sale and documentation requirements when ordering.

• Keep the enamel clean and dry; avoid abrasive cleaners or strong chemicals that may damage the finish.
• Check the clamp fastener regularly to ensure a secure hold on fabric.
• Sale is conditional: buyers must send a copy of the service ID (tesserino) or list the barracks/capitaneria di porto as the delivery address during registration.
• Collectors must provide a copy of the prefettorial license in accordance with art. 28 TULPS to complete the purchase.

FAQ

Q: Who can purchase the Distinctive Dinner Badge of the Battaglione San Marco?

A: The badge is reserved for Marina Militare personnel. Collectors may buy it only if they provide a valid prefettorial license under art. 28 TULPS.

Q: What are the badge dimensions?

A: The badge measures 1.2 cm in diameter. It is compact by design for formal wear on dinner jackets and uniforms.

Q: How do I prove my eligibility as military personnel?

A: You must submit a copy of your service ID (tesserino) or enter the barracks or capitaneria di porto as the delivery address during account registration to verify service.

Q: Can collectors buy this badge?

A: Yes, collectors can purchase the badge only after sending a copy of the prefettorial license required by art. 28 TULPS.

Q: What type of fastener does the badge use?

A: The badge uses a rear clamp (morsetto) fastener for easy application and a reliable hold on lapels and uniform fabric.

Q: Is the badge connected to a service requirement?

A: The dinner badge is traditionally associated with long service in the Battaglione San Marco (typically after five years). Availability for purchase follows the verification rules described above.

Tip: When ordering, confirm the correct variant or size if multiple options appear and have your service ID or prefettorial license ready. Browse related badges and military surplus items to complete formal or duty equipment in a consistent style, including tactical and police-style insignia where appropriate.