A Royal Canadian Navy shoulder epaulette for a Petty Officer 1st Class, featuring an embroidered gold Queen’s Crown above the word “CANADA” in gold thread on a black background.
The insignia is rectangular with a tapered top edge, designed to slide over the uniform shoulder strap. The Queen’s Crown (St. Edward’s Crown) symbolizes service under the reign of Queen Elizabeth II, identifying the wearer as a senior non-commissioned officer within the Royal Canadian Navy.
Petty Officers 1st Class hold supervisory roles aboard naval vessels or in shore establishments, often responsible for technical trades, discipline, and training of junior ranks.
