2 1/8" Bugle Badge was authorized for wear in 1872 - the design changed to crossed Rifles in 1875, although "Trumpeters" were still allowed to wear these for a time This size (2 1/8") Bugle Badge was authorized for wear in 1872 - the design changed to crossed Rifles in 1875, although "Trumpeters" were still allowed to wear these for a time (see "History of the Artillery, Cavalry and Infantry Branch of Service Insignia" by La Framboise).