Product Overview
The Collar Rank Insignia – Colonel – Civil War Confederate is a historically accurate reproduction of the rank insignia worn by Confederate Colonels during the American Civil War.
Each insignia features three embroidered gold stars, arranged horizontally across the collar. The stars measure approximately 1¼ inches in outer diameter and are evenly spaced to divide the vertical area of the collar, matching documented period examples.
Constructed with wool fabric and metallic gold thread embroidery, this insignia reflects the appearance used by Confederate officers across multiple branches, including Infantry, Artillery, and Cavalry. Background colors correspond to the appropriate branch of service for proper uniform accuracy.
Sold as a matched pair, these collar insignia are ideal for Civil War reenactment, living history, uniform restoration, display, or collection.
Product Specifications
Product Name: Collar Rank Insignia – Colonel – Civil War Confederate
Historical Period: American Civil War (1861–1865)
Affiliation: Confederate States Army
Rank: Colonel
Product Type: Officer Collar Rank Insignia
Design: Three gold stars
Star Diameter: Approximately 1¼ inches (outer diameter)
Star Arrangement: Horizontal, evenly spaced
Material: Wool fabric
Embroidery: Metallic gold thread
Branch Compatibility: Infantry, Artillery, Cavalry, and other Confederate branches
Background Color: Branch-appropriate
Sold As: Pair
Use: Reenactment, living history, display, uniform restoration
Style: Civil War / Confederate / Military Insignia