Iron Skull
From Warhammer 40k - Lexicanum
The Iron Skull is a Space Marine Honour Badge that appears as a grey or rust-red skull, sometimes stylised or of varying dimensions and proportions, which is worn on either the helmet or/and the left shoulder pad. It is also not unheard of for Sergeants to have banners of their own, bearing the Iron Skull in addition to other honours and the Chapter or Company symbols.[1]
The Iron Skull is a mark of rank, denoting the position of Sergeant within the Codex Chapter structure. Sergeants are a vital part of the Codex Astartes. To earn this Honour, a Space Marine must display exemplary leadership and command abilities.[1]
Sources
- 1: Deathwatch: Rites of Battle, pgs. 206-211
