Capitán del Suroriente Patch – Cártel del Golfo (9 x 3.5 inches)

This oversized embroidered vest patch reproduces the “Capitán del Suroriente” designation associated with the Cártel del Golfo, featuring bold gold lettering on a black field, a central anchor emblem, and a Mexican tricolor bar along the lower edge. The design reflects a regional command title (“Captain of the Southeast”) used within Gulf Cartel hierarchy, paired with maritime symbolism long associated with Gulf smuggling corridors and coastal operations.

Produced in a large 9 x 3.5 inch format, this piece mirrors the scale commonly seen on plate carriers and tactical vests in circulated field imagery. Finished with a satin border for a clean, modern look, it’s intended for collectors of contemporary cartel insignia and modern conflict ephemera.

Specifications

Size: 9 x 3.5 inches

Embroidery: High-density stitching

Border: Satin border

Backing options: Hook and loop, iron on, or sew on (no backing)

Colors: Black background with gold text and emblem, Mexican tricolor accent

Condition: Brand new

Historical Context

“Capitán del Suroriente” translates to Captain of the Southeast, a regional command title attributed to Gulf Cartel structure in parts of northeastern Mexico. Rather than representing a standalone group, the designation reflects a mid-level territorial leadership role responsible for local enforcement, logistics, and corridor control.

The anchor motif is consistent with long-standing Gulf Cartel symbolism, referencing maritime trafficking routes along the Gulf of Mexico. Similar patches and identifiers have appeared in online footage and social media imagery connected to Gulf Cartel factions, often paired with regional or operational titles rather than individual names.

This patch represents a modern example of cartel rank insignia and localized command branding, collected today primarily as documentation of contemporary organized-crime aesthetics and structure.

Disclaimer

This item is a non-authentic reproduction intended for historical and educational purposes, as well as for display in private collections. It is not meant to promote any political stance or ideology.