Check the listing for details. WWII US Navy Patch Minesweeper Service WW2. Condition: Used. Listed at 39.95 USD. - Will combine shipping for multiple purchases. Here is another World War II US Navy Shoulder Patch. This machine embroidered patch was worn by the sailors who served aboard Minesweepers during WWII. It was 1 of 4 approved USN Shoulder Patches. This one was removed from a uniform. The patch is at least 79 years old and in fair to fair plus condition. World War II Navy Patches (only 4 different were approved) - US Navy Patch; Minesweeper Crew, Embroidered Patch, 1 of 4 Approved USN Shoulder Patches - Patch regulation issue, machine embroidered - Colorful, intricate depiction of a floating contact mine design - Vibrant colors, clean, original - Removed from uniform, thread remnants, broken in - Measures 2.875 inches, diameter - Domestic buyers pay USPS Ground Advantage Service, padded mailer, tracking - No International Service for this listing unless buyer provides a valid US address with the payment notification Check out my store and auction listings. Please add and follow me as a favorite seller. Thank You for looking! Background: Minesweepers were in a lot of close in action where amphibious assaults were launched. Both the Germans and Japanese tried to forestall the inevitable using a lot of naval mines. Minesweepers also doubled in an anti submarine capacity also. The Navy had approved PT Boat, Amphibious Landing Forces, Mine Sweeper Crew Patches as well as Construction Battalion CB Patches. These were rescinded in 1947 for unknown reasons.