The combadge is crafted from resin and features a metallic silver delta shield with a black Sharpie outline, backed by two vertical metallic gold quadrangles. The reverse side is hollowed out and fitted with two smaller quadrangle-shaped black Velcro pieces, designed to attach securely to the uniform. It measures 1 ½ in. x 2 3/8 in. x ¼ in.
Combadges became a standard issue for Starfleet crews as early as the 2340s, serving as essential equipment for all Starfleet personnel. Designed as advanced communication devices, combadges were constructed from a crystalline composite of gold, microfilament, and other materials. These badges could be activated by a simple tap for hands-free communication and served multiple technological functions including transporter location, universal translation, and ship-to-shore communication. This combadge accompanied Ensign Chilton’s future uniform. However, due to the inability to screen match the badge with absolute certainty, it's impossible to confirm if this was the exact one worn with the uniform. Notably, the distressed pip on the uniform does screen match, which strongly suggests that this combadge was likely used during the stunt scene also. The combadge is crafted from resin and features a metallic silver delta shield with a black Sharpie outline, backed by two vertical metallic gold quadrangles. The reverse side is hollowed out and fitted with two smaller quadrangle-shaped black Velcro pieces, designed to attach securely to the uniform. It measures 1 ½ in. x 2 3/8 in. x ¼ in. It’s A Wrap eBay Auction November 9, 2007.
