Kriegsmarine Minesweeper War Badge Maker Marked RK

The Minesweeper War Badge was awarded to Kriegsmarine members for service on minesweepers vessels. The award was instituted on 31 August 1940 by Grand Admiral Erich Raeder.

This is late war produced badge, constructed of die stamped Zinc with traces of gilt, silver and grey paint. Reverse with hinge, bottle shaped pin and catch all intact. The manufacturers initials are in high relief to the reverse “RK” for “Rudolf Kaneth”. The badge is in good condition and shows a dark age patina all over.

Maker marked, late war example!!