New Mine Sweeper Badge

[old siagon]

Howdy from AZ,

I just purchased this Navy badge and was wondering if anyone has ever seen a backing like this on a 57er badge?

Seems strange, opinions please.
Thanks,
Vince

[Peter Wiking]

Unfortunately it is a very modern badge.

Peter

[old siagon]

Hello Peter,

It just looked funny, thats why I asked. I purchased it from Barry at EMedals in Canada, I am sure he will make it right. I have received some great stuff from him in the past.

Thank you for confirming my opinion,
Vince

[Mike Yokum]

Hey Vince,

The primary indicators on this badge are the size and shape of the pin. Look for badges with small, round pins. Also, the overly shiny finish to the obverse and poorly finished reverse.

Best,

[LuckyLuudje]

As a novice, I look at the piece as I look at WW2 item like detail, finish, patina and setup. More using my Gut Feeling in stead of knowledge.
And this badge don't give me a warm feeling...sorry, I hope you can return it.

[DavidM]

Hello

As has already been said, this is a modern made item, made for the collectors market. That said, it is not a fake or copy - simply a modern made 57 item.

Regards
David

[old siagon]

Got it replaced

Hi Guys,

Just as a follow up to this almost disasterous purchase. Barry from EMedals came through and replaced the lame duck with this beauty!
Enjoy,
Vince

[Matthieu]

Yep, thats more like it !

[Nigel N]

Yep, thats more like it !

it sure is, much better!! -Nigel

[Mike Yokum]

That's an upgrade Vince. Not the earliest, but definitely earlier.

[LuckyLuudje]

Much better, and what a beautifull contrast between the colours!