Arrow's.

[daisy48]

I hope Im in the right section. I've been wondering about those prison uniform's that used to have arrow's pointing downwards on them. Anyone know why? TIA.

[jake-the-peg]

It was a sign used to designate crown property

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Broad_arrow

Not just on clothing but all sorts of stuff

[deepseadiver]

In the Navy we used to call it a Pussers (purser)Arrow and it identified government property

[daisy48]

Thanks for your reply's both. My mind's at rest now. A Happy New Year To You Both:-)