cWW2, Combined Operations 'Economy' Tombstone Patch Badge

cWWII, Royal Navy Combined Operations arm badge.
Economy (bullion replacement) yellow embroidered. Paste / glue backed. Removed from Battle Dress. Facing left. VGC.

The design features an eagle (representing the Royal Air Force), a Thompson submachine gun (representing the British Army), and an anchor (representing the Royal Navy).

It was worn by various units involved in joint service operations, including Royal Navy Commandos, Combined Operations Pilotage Parties (COPPs), and Obstacle Clearance Units (LCOCUs).
Design: The badge is "tombstone" shaped, featuring yellow machine-embroidered thread on a dark blue wool

Code: 1918