Approved By The U.S. Institute Of Heraldry, USA Made, M-37 Hallmark Official issue, AFI 36-2903 Approved for Wear. USA Made Shiny Mirror Finish, Regulation Size 2 Pins on the Back. Measures: 1 1/2" Made in USA The Army Expert Field Medical Badge was approved in 1965 to be awarded to individuals who have attained a high state of technical skill in field medical functions. Qualifying personnel have successfully completed all pertinent Army Regulation testing and demonstrated excellent skill and performance. The badge displays a stretcher crossed by a caduceus surmounted at top by a Greek cross. The addition of the Greek cross to the official Medical Corps insignia alludes to the Geneva Convention. This badge comes in a mirror finish and is 100% Made in the USA, but is also available in a silver oxide finish.