LAPD Detective II Rank Insignia Patch with Three Chevrons and a Diamond
Black embroidered LAPD Detective II rank insignia patch featuring three downward-pointing silver chevrons above a single open silver diamond, a sew-on uniform detective insignia for the Los Angeles Police Department.
Low MOQ
Low Minimum Order
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USA Since 1999
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Direct
Description
This embroidered patch is the Los Angeles Police Department Detective II rank insignia, a sew-on uniform mark that identifies the Detective II grade. It is worked on a black twill field with a black merrowed border, carrying three downward-pointing silver chevrons above a single open silver diamond.
Insignia: Three nested chevrons point downward toward the base, stitched in silver-grey with a fine white outline, with a single open diamond set in the field below them. The detective series is marked by the diamond, and the grade within that series is set by the chevron count – three chevrons here denote Detective II, one chevron more than the two-chevron Detective I.
The Diamond: Centered beneath the chevrons is the open silver diamond – an outlined lozenge with the black field showing through its center. It is the constant detective marker carried across the detective grades; on this Detective II patch it pairs with three chevrons rather than the two of Detective I.
Color & Contrast: Silver thread on solid black twill, with thin white keylines around the three chevrons and the diamond, keeps every element legible at uniform-sleeve distance, and the open center of the diamond stays crisp against the black ground.
Shape & Base: To carry three chevrons and the diamond, the patch is built on a broader shield-style outline – a point at the top widening through the body – on a black twill ground finished with a black merrowed border that blends into the field for a clean, uniform-ready edge.
Embroidery Quality: Full-coverage stitching with high stitch density gives the three chevrons and the open diamond sharp, even edges and a durable surface that holds up to daily uniform wear and laundering.
This insignia is one of a set of Los Angeles Police Department rank patches. Compare it directly with the two-chevron LAPD Detective I rank insignia, see how the diamond sets it apart from the three-chevron Sergeant I insignia, or view the full police rank insignia comparison.
Specifications
| Product Type | Embroidered Patch |
| Style | Rank Insignia Chevron |
| Material | Polyester Twill Fabric with Poly/Rayon Threads |
| Stitch | Full Coverage Detail 100% Stitch Threading Embroidery |
| Size | 2" - 4" |
| Backing | Iron-on/Sew-on |
| Packaging | 10+ Per Polybag |
Estimated pricing: 10 → $17 · 20 → $12 · 50 → $7 · 100 → $5 · 250 → $3 · 500 → $2.50 · 1,000 → $2 each
No setup fee · No mold fee. Estimate only — final price adjusts by design, size, and quantity, and is confirmed with a free quote. No payment until you approve your proof.
🛡 Authorized Purchase & Credential Verification
Patches bearing a real agency or department name are sold only to that agency or its authorized representatives. Law enforcement and public-safety buyers must provide proof of occupation, valid credentials, or an authorized purchasing letter before production begins. We do not sell agency-named patches for personal use.
Custom and fictional designs — for example, a made-up department like “Town of Western Hope Police” — are welcome, as are designs where you change the agency or department name to your own.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the LAPD Detective II rank insignia signify?
The three chevrons above a single open diamond identify the Detective II grade in the Los Angeles Police Department. The diamond marks the detective series and the three chevrons set the grade, one step above the two-chevron Detective I. Owl Badges reproduces it as an embroidered sew-on patch.
What is the difference between the Detective II and Detective I insignia?
Both carry the open detective diamond, but the chevron count differs. Detective I has two chevrons above the diamond; Detective II has three. The added third chevron is what raises the grade from Detective I to Detective II, with the diamond held constant.
How is the Detective II insignia different from the Sergeant I patch?
Both show three chevrons, but the Detective II insignia adds the open diamond below them while the Sergeant I insignia does not. That diamond is what marks the wearer as a detective rather than a sergeant, even though the three-chevron portion looks alike.
Can you embroider the three chevrons and diamond as a matched pair for both sleeves?
Yes. The Detective II insignia is worn on both sleeves and is commonly ordered in pairs. There is no setup fee and low minimum-quantity pricing, so ordering matched sets for a detective or a unit is straightforward - request a quote with your quantity.
Can you change the colors or keep the diamond open?
Yes. The silver-on-black with an open-center diamond shown here is standard, but the chevrons, the diamond, and the twill field can each be recolored, and the diamond can be left open or filled solid. A free proof is provided before production so you can confirm the look.
Do I need credentials to order an LAPD Detective II rank insignia?
Yes. Insignia tied to a real department such as the Los Angeles Police Department are sold only to that agency or its authorized representatives. Law enforcement and public-safety buyers provide proof of occupation, valid credentials, or an authorized purchasing letter before production begins. Generic or fictional rank designs, and insignia for your own department, are welcome without that step.
