German WWII Kriegsmarine Mine Sweeper Badge by Adolf Scholze Japanese Daggers and Swords The bottom of the axe

The bottom of the axe has two bolts that appear to be untouched

double folded

Be aware that the top is a bit tough to open

There is a serial number No

(National Minister for the Occupied Eastern Territories)

German WWII Kriegsmarine Mine Sweeper Badge by Adolf Scholze Japanese Daggers and Swords The bottom of the axeGerman WWII Kriegsmarine Mine Sweeper Badge by Adolf Scholze This is a pretty mine sweeper badge. There is just a hint of the gold remaining to the eagle and wreath. More of the silver finish remains on the wave in the center. This badge shows very little wear, the details are still nice and strong. This has a rounded hinge, and a small crimped clasp. The vertical pin assembly functions properly. The reverse is maker marked reading "A. S." in a