cWW2 Royal Navy (RN) Torpedo Anti-Submarine Trade Badge Patch

cWWII, R.N. Torpedo Anti-Submarine trade badge, featuring gold bullion thread embroidery on a black wool backing. First Class Able Seaman. Removed from Tunic. GC.

Design: The badge consists of crossed torpedoes with a fouled anchor in the center, surmounted by a small six-pointed star, which indicates proficiency level.

These patches were worn on uniforms to identify specialized ratings within the Royal Navy, specifically those trained in underwater weapons and torpedoes.

Era: The bullion style is often associated with World War II or post-war uniforms.

Code: 1839