Brass, nickel plating, enamels; 49.9 x 25.9 mm. Massive four-piece construction in high 3-d profile; the merchant ship, globe with the anchor, and the plaque with the acronym of the school's name ЛВИМУ ("LVIMU") are separate parts superimposed on the diamond-shaped base. Under the scroll is the 1961 year of graduation. The badge is of exceptionally high quality.

Excellent condition. The enamel is perfect. There is a slight wear to the nickel finish on the ship, which is not detractive; the raised details are perfect and crisp. All parts of the badge are tightly affixed. The screw post is full length, approx. 9.5 mm, and includes a period screw plate which may be original to the badge.

/Avers 8, Catalog of Soviet Badges and Jettons, 1917-1980, page 571, fig. 2898/