Chinese Mao Zedong Circular Lapel Pin

Peaked cap, red star, and a thin gold rim keeping order.

This Mao Zedong circular lapel pin is from China, and dates to the 20th century. It is metal. Badges and lapel pins bearing Mao's face were produced by the billions, and Mao himself called a halt to production in 1969 because the metal used was seen as wasteful. Bright red and fine radiating lines fill the round field. The left-facing profile wears a cap with a small red star on the front and a notched collar. A smooth, narrow golden ring frames the edge. It is 1 inches in diameter.

Tiny cap, big presence, and a perfectly straight brim.