The number thingys that identify patches

[ScootCraft@Shenandoah_Rox 10]

i was researching my patch collection and i wrote down all the little numbers, but what i really want to know is if the T's (like in T1) or the S's ( S23) has any sort of signifigance.

[Twocubdad 665]

T stands for twill meaning that part of twill background fabric shows through and is part of the design. S is for solid and means that the patch is covered solid in stitching. There are are several other types of patches: felt, bullion (made with thick stitching, almost like a rug), woven, and a few more. The numbers are assigned sequentially as the patches are issued.

[mikeb 10]

Here's a link to a page of perhaps the best patch (OA anyway) site one the net.

 

http://www.oaimages.com/bbabbrev.shtml

 

It should answer all you questions!

[Skyhook 10]

Ok this bullion patch, I think I have one from lodge 381 which may fall under the catagory let me know a little more about it.

thanks

[scoutldr 726]

I think that Bullion refers to the thread, which is actually metal wire. The best example of a bullion patch is the Fleur-de-lis patch which is worn on a blue blazer for the dress uniform.

 

Not to be confused with mylar thread which is plastic but looks shiny like gold or silver.