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
9. badges
10. insignia badges

Anotations

Scope note:

Badges awarded for completion or proficiency in a particular subject, activity, craft, or other event associated with a formal organization. These are normally worn on a recipient's clothing or uniform, or on a sash.