Original early-type Minesweeper Badge made of tombac, featuring a gilt oak-leaf wreath and silvered mine-explosion plume above stylised waves. The reverse bears the correct maker marks:
“FEC. OTTO PLACZEK BERLIN” and
“AUSF. SCHWERIN BERLIN”.

Typical Schwerin hardware: solid block hinge, broad long pin, and classic catch construction. Condition is very good for age — attractive patina, honest wear to the edges, and partially preserved gilding on the wreath. No cleaning, all finishes are original.

A desirable early tombac example by Schwerin, considered one of the most collectible makers of this award.