Signifer

The Signifer was a non-commissioned officer in the Roman Army.
He carried the Centurial Signum, a decorated spear which was the symbol carried by each century. He also wore a bearskin over his helmet.

The Signifer was a Principale or non-commissioned officer.
There was one Signifer for each Century, a total of 59 in the Legion. This was one step below Aquilifer.
He carried the Centurial Signum, a decorated spear.
He was responsible for the Legionaries Pay and Pensions.
It was the symbol for each century, around which the soldiers rallied in Battle.
He marched at the head of the century.
He received double the Legionary Pay.
The Signifer wore a Bearskin over his helmet.