Lt Col Shoulder Boards Italian Army, Air Force, Guardia di Finanza

Product overview

The Lieutenant Colonel soggolo for Esercito, Aeronautica Militare and Guardia di Finanza is a ceremonial braided gold cord reserved for officers of those corps. It is intended for formal military and duty dress by personnel who hold the rank of Tenente Colonnello.

Definition: a soggolo is a braided metallic uniform cord used on dress headgear or tunics to indicate rank. This military-grade, duty accessory signals rank and tradition while fitting formal and tactical ceremonial uniforms.

Main features

Built to the visual and material standards expected for officer dress, the soggolo combines traditional design with durable materials.

• High-quality materials: crafted from twisted gold canutiglia braid for lasting appearance and resistance.
• Rank detailing: two gold galloncini edged in black positioned at temple level identify the rank of Tenente Colonnello.
• Reserved sale: available only to serving members of the Esercito, Aeronautica Militare and Guardia di Finanza, subject to verification.
• Collector access: collectors may purchase on presentation of a prefectural license under art. 28 TULPS.
• Limited availability: produced in small quantities to meet ceremonial and official supply needs.

How to use / When it’s useful

Quick answer: wear the soggolo with formal dress uniform or approved ceremonial headgear at official events and parades. It signals rank and follows uniform regulations for Tenente Colonnello.

In most cases, the soggolo is supplied to serving officers and shipped after identity and service verification. Use it for military ceremonies, formal inspections, and official duty where dress uniform is required.

Care and notes

Simple care preserves the braid's appearance and meets purchase requirements.

• Store flat or loosely coiled in a dry place to avoid deformation of the braid.
• Keep away from moisture, chemicals and rough handling to protect the gold finish.
• Sale requires a copy of service identification or the delivery address of the barracks/command where you serve.
• Collectors must present the prefectoral license (art. 28 TULPS) to complete the purchase.

FAQ

Q: Who can purchase the Lieutenant Colonel soggolo?

A: Only serving members of the Esercito, Aeronautica Militare and Guardia di Finanza may buy this item, subject to verification of service.

Q: What documentation is required to buy?

A: You must send a copy of your service ID card or provide the barracks/command address as the delivery location during site registration.

Q: Can collectors purchase the soggolo?

A: Yes. Collectors may purchase on presentation of the prefectoral license required by art. 28 TULPS.

Q: What materials are used in the soggolo?

A: The cord is made from twisted gold canutiglia braid and includes two gold galloncini edged in black to mark the rank.

Q: How is authenticity confirmed?

A: Sales are verified against submitted service identification or delivery to a listed barracks/command, ensuring the item is supplied to authorized personnel.

Q: Is this item suitable for police or other uniformed services?

A: It is intended for the specified corps (Esercito, Aeronautica Militare, Guardia di Finanza). Use by other services depends on their uniform regulations and applicable permissions.

Tip: Choose the correct variant and confirm your service details before ordering. Browse related military dress and ceremonial items to complete your uniform in a coordinated, regulation-compliant way.