an identification plate having a chip module that includes a chip , a coupling element connected to the chip , and an antenna module comprising an antenna lead . the coupling element is coupled to the antenna lead by a coupling field that creates a contactless coupling . an adjustable damping element is arranged in the proximity of the coupling element . the damping element projects into the coupling field and dampens the coupling field . in this manner , a maximum value of a transmitting and receiving range of the identification plate can be reduced .