Square knot insignia are embroidered cloth patches that represent awards of the Scout associations throughout the world.

The first country to switch over from military ribbons to a unique parallel was the United Kingdom, which introduced its knot emblems in 1922.

Currently, there are 32 nationally authorized square knot insignia representing various medals, medallions, certificates, plaques, and other awards.

In the BSA, square knot insignia are worn in rows of three across the top of the wearer's left pocket.

These awards are generally granted via nomination and review; they cannot be earned or applied for by Scouts or Scouters directly.

The British Scout Association introduced the idea of a cloth 'knot' insignia in 1922, modeled after the military use of ribbons to represent medals and other citations.