Collar patches

The classic collar patch was certainly used on military uniform jackets in its early days.
It had different colors to indicate the type of unit or weapon category.
Today, collar patches are used not only by musicians but also continue to be used by the German Bundeswehr.
Modern versions of collar patches are used to display or define rank insignia.
The classic collar patch consists of a felt material that may be bordered with a cord.
Embroideries or metal badges, such as lyre or drummer motifs, are then placed on the base of the collar patch.
In military institutions, woven collar patches are used for enlisted personnel, machine-embroidered collar patches for non-commissioned officers, and hand-embroidered collar patches for officers and generals.
More and more military authorities are switching from classic metal badges to woven collar patches, which may even have Velcro or modern gripper fasteners on the back. This makes the collar patch easier to replace, and the absence of metal also improves wearing comfort.