Lieutenant Dress Rank Insignia

Product overview

Gradi Gala Tenente are embroidered dress-rank insignia intended for commissioned officers serving in the Esercito, Guardia di Finanza and Corpo Militare Croce Rossa. These dress ranks are for formal/dress uniforms and for authorised personnel only. Definition: a Grado Gala Tenente is a pair of embroidered gold-bullion rank stripes on black cloth, sized for lieutenant insignia.

Made with gold canutiglia (gold bullion) on black cloth, they offer a formal, professional look and durable construction suitable for military dress, tactical display, or collector pieces when properly authorised. Sale is limited and subject to documentation verification to ensure authorised use.

Main features

Clean, durable design built to match standard dress uniform appearance. Key features include:

• High-quality materials: gold canutiglia embroidery on black cloth for long-lasting wear.
• Traditional design: two parallel gold galloons, each 7 mm wide, with the upper stripe forming a ring.
• Correct orientation: the overlapping section that closes the ring must face backward when applied.
• Easy to mount: designed for neat attachment to gala/dress uniforms.
• Restricted sale: reserved for Esercito, Guardia di Finanza and Corpo Militare Croce Rossa personnel; collectors may purchase with the required prefettizia licence (ex art. 28 TULPS).
• Authenticity check: purchase requires submission of service ID or attestation, or registered barracks/command address for delivery and site registration.

How to use / When it’s useful

Quick answer: wear these Gradi Gala Tenente on your gala (dress) uniform to display rank in formal duty situations. They are sized and styled specifically for lieutenant rank presentation.

In most cases, mount the badges on the designated dress uniform sleeve or shoulder according to your service regulations, ensuring the ring-closing overlap is turned to the rear. Use these for parades, formal ceremonies, inspections, or when presenting a professional dress appearance in military or police duty contexts.

Care and notes

Care for embroidered bullion ranks with gentle handling to preserve appearance and avoid damage to the gold thread.

• Spot clean with a soft cloth; avoid aggressive washing or soaking.
• Store flat in a dry place to prevent crushing or deformation.
• Do not apply harsh chemicals or bleach to the embroidery.
• Sale is conditional on providing service ID/attestation; collectors must provide the prefettizia licence ex art. 28 TULPS.

FAQ

Q: Who is allowed to buy Gradi Gala Tenente?

A: Authorized personnel of the Esercito, Guardia di Finanza and Corpo Militare Croce Rossa may purchase after document verification. Collectors can buy only with the required prefettizia licence (ex art. 28 TULPS).

Q: What documentation is required to complete the purchase?

A: You must submit a copy of your service ID card or an official attestation of service. Alternatively, provide the barracks/command delivery address and include it during site registration.

Q: How are the ranks applied to the uniform?

A: They are designed for easy application onto gala/dress uniforms; position them according to your service dress regulations and ensure the ring overlap faces backward.

Q: Can collectors purchase these if not in active service?

A: Yes, collectors may purchase provided they supply the prefettizia licence ex art. 28 TULPS as proof of permission to own such items.

Q: What is the size and appearance of the galloons?

A: The rank consists of two parallel gold galloons, each 7 mm wide, with the upper galloon forming a ring at the top for the lieutenant insignia.

Q: What is the returns policy for this item?

A: Returns are handled according to our standard site policy. Because the item is restricted, please check the returns section on our site or contact customer service for specific conditions before ordering.

Tip: Choose the correct variant based on your service and uniform type, and check the required documentation before checkout. Also browse related dress insignia and military surplus items to complete your formal duty kit.