AR 840-1 — Department Of The Army Seal, Emblem, And Branch Of Service Plaques
AR 840-1 governs Department of the Army policy, responsibilities, and descriptions for the DA seal, emblem, and Branch of Service plaques.
- Publication number: AR 840-1
- Title: DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY SEAL, EMBLEM, AND BRANCH OF SERVICE PLAQUES
- Date: 07/18/2022
- Proponent: G-1
- Status: ACTIVE
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It assigns Army heraldic program oversight and establishes duties for quality control, manufacturer certification, inspections, and plaque specifications. It also addresses commercial manufacture and sale, official use, authorized reproduction, and the symbolism of the DA seal.
Topics covered
- Department of the Army seal
- Department of the Army emblem
- Branch of Service plaques
- Heraldic Quality Control Program
- Commercial manufacture and sale
- Seal and emblem use
- Seal symbolism
Questions and answers
Who oversees Army heraldic programs under AR 840-1?
The DCS, G 1 oversees Army heraldic programs. (paragraph 1)
What does the Director of The Institute of Heraldry monitor?
Monitor the overall operation of the Heraldic Quality Control Program. (paragraph 1)
What plaque designs may commanders display?
Commanders will (1) Display plaques of prescribed designs only. (paragraph 1)
How must commercially manufactured plaques be identified?
Each plaque will be identified by a hallmark and/or a certificate label certifying that it was produced according to specifications. (paragraph 1-6)
Is a certificate of authority required to sell plaques to Army organizations?
No certificate of authority is required to sell plaques to Army organizations for official use. (paragraph 1-6)