Navy Officers Deep Submergence Insignia Badge Pin, 1-7/16"W x 3/4"H, Bright Gold

The Deep Submergence Insignia is a uniform breast pin worn by officers, both men and women (1993 to 1997 before the Department of the Navy changed the policy) of the United States Navy's submarine service who are qualified in submarines and have completed one year of regular assignment to a crewed or uncrewed deep submersible.The badge was first approved on 6 April 1981

The Navy Officers Deep Submergence Insignia Badge Pin is a bright gold emblem measuring 1-7/16 inches in width by 3/4 inch in height. This badge is awarded to officers who are qualified in submarines and have completed at least one year of assignment to a manned or unmanned deep submersible. The design features the broadside of a Trieste submersible, flanked by heraldic dolphins and a vertical trident, symbolizing expertise in deep-sea operations.