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A braided cord over the shoulder.
Also known as: Shoulder cord, Aiguillettes
The plaited cord worn over the shoulder marking an aide, an attaché or a ceremonial appointment.
Marks an aide-de-camp, an attaché or a similar appointment rather than a rank.
Contexts: History, Public information
Worn on the right or the left depending on the appointment, so the side of the body is the notation — the same device on the other shoulder is a different office.
Contexts: History, Public information
A plaited cord looped over one shoulder and terminating in one or two metal tips, worn on the right or the left according to the appointment.