Abstract: A tag and a hybrid security system with the tag are disclosed. A combination tag combined a passive RFID tag and an AM tag includes a passive RFID tag; an AM tag; and an enclosure housing the RFID tag and the AM tag. The hybrid security system includes a pedestal embedded with an EAS antenna and a RFID antenna; and a RFID reader, wherein the pedestal is configured to sense the AM tag of the combination tag and trigger the RFID reader to read the RFID tag of the combination tag when presence of the AM tag is sensed. A security tag is also disclosed, including an enclosure having a PP top housing and a PP bottom housing; an AM tag housed in the enclosure; and a lock mechanism securing the security tag onto a person's wristband; wherein the security tag has a color characteristic for identification of persons.