WW2 German Minesweeper Badge Lapel Pin

The WW2 German Minesweeper Badge Lapel Pin is a replica of the insignia awarded to Kriegsmarine personnel who served on minesweepers, sub-chasers, and escort vessels between 1940 and 1945. The original badge was instituted by Grand Admiral Erich Raeder on August 31, 1940, to recognize the hazardous duties performed by naval personnel involved in minesweeping operations during World War II. The design features an oval wreath of oak leaves surrounding a naval mine, topped by the German eagle and swastika emblem. Typically crafted from zinc or other metal alloys, the badge was worn on the lower left breast of the uniform. This lapel pin version retains the key design elements, offering a compact representation suitable for civilian attire. It serves as a historical reference to the technical and dangerous work undertaken by Kriegsmarine minesweeper crews during the conflict. This item is intended for collectors and those interested in military history.