WW2 Canadian Merchant Navy Third and Junior Certified Officers Cuff Rank Insignia Pair

The WW2 Canadian Merchant Navy Third and Junior Certified Officers Cuff Rank Insignia Pair consists of two matching cuff insignia worn by officers serving as Third and Junior Certified Officers within the Canadian Merchant Navy during the Second World War. Each insignia is constructed from navy blue wool adorned with gold bullion wire lace in the form of one broad and one narrow band, indicating Third Officer rank according to contemporary regulations. The insignia would be sewn onto the lower sleeve cuffs of the officers’ dress uniforms, serving as a visual identifier of rank and responsibilities on board merchant vessels. The Canadian Merchant Navy played a vital role in transporting troops, supplies, and equipment during the war; clear identification of rank was essential for maintaining hierarchy and operational efficiency. Items such as this pair are representative of the uniform insignia prescribed for Canadian Merchant Navy officers during the 1939–1945 period. Signs of service wear are commensurate with age and intended use.