Germany, Kriegsmarine. A Minesweeper Badge Hold scarce badge in tombac

scarce badge in tombac

and subject to all other provisions of the said Act or regulations thereunder or amendments thereto

machine embroidered in silver-grey thread on top of a black wool background

This type of watch was not worn by every pilot

most likely on due to the extensive air traffic and bombing

Germany, Kriegsmarine. A Minesweeper Badge Hold scarce badge in tombac(Kriegsabzeichen fr Minensuch, U Boot Jagd, und Sicherungsverbnde). Constructed of gilded and silvered tombac; the obverse with a laurel wreath border and with a central area depicting a sea mine exploding in wavy water, and a national eagle clutching a swastika; the reverse plain, with a slender banjo style pinback, barrel hinge, and a flat wire catch; measuring 44. 38 mm (w) x 55. 24 mm (h); weighing 29. 4 grams; in overall good condition.