What collar insignia does a Senior Chief Petty Officer (E-8) wear?

The collar insignia for a Senior Chief Petty Officer (E-8) features a gold fouled anchor with a silver USN. This insignia represents the rank of Senior Chief Petty Officer within the U.S. Navy and is distinct from other ranks due to the combination of the gold anchor and the silver lettering. The fouled anchor symbolizes a naval service heritage and tradition, while the addition of "USN" indicates the individual's service in the United States Navy specifically.

In contrast, the other insignia listed do not accurately represent the E-8 rank. The first choice features an eagle and chevrons, which are typically associated with lower ranked positions. Similarly, while a gold fouled anchor is part of other ranks' insignias, the silver "USN" is what designates it specifically as belonging to a Senior Chief Petty Officer. Lastly, the two silver stars above an eagle pertain to a different rank altogether, which doesn’t represent the Senior Chief Petty Officer insignia.