Medical Insignia

Matron epaulettes

The above device is called an epaulette , It is worn by nurses and midwives to indicate their registered capacities. This device come with a badge and different color pins which symbolize the capacities the wearer is enrolled or registered in.

epaulettes work as indicator of the nurses rank or position within the nursing team as well as the role they play within the healthcare facility. They also play a part in indicating professionalism within the healthcare department.

Distinguishing devices are worn by nurses and midwives in the healthcare field. They serve as indicators of the wearer's registered enrollment status and qualifications. These devices include epaulettes, bars, and badges, each marked with distinct colors to identify the wearer's professional qualifications and rank within the healthcare community.

• Metal (brass, bronze, or oxidized silver) ,Enamel,Textile (In some cases, fabric components like epaulettes). Technique used is die casting ,Engraving ,Embossing,Enamelling, Attachment mechanism and Polishing.

  
  

  
  

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