Hierarchy classification:

1. top of the aat hierarchies
2. Objects Facet
3. Visual and Verbal Communication (hierarchy name)
4. Information Forms (hierarchy name)
5. information forms (objects)
6. information artifacts
7. [information artifacts by function]
8. identifying artifacts

Anotations

Scope note:

Small plates of metal or other material that are affixed to belts, helmets, or other articles of clothing or uniform that bear insignia identifying the wearer as a member of a particular group, particularly the military.