Chinese Mao Zedong Circular Glowing Lapel Pin

A bare-headed profile sits in a glossy red frame like a pearl in a cherry.

This Mao Zedong circular glowing lapel pin is from China, and dates to the 20th century. It is resin. Cultural Revolution memorabilia, whether porcelain figures, buttons or posters, is described as reflecting pivotal moments in modern Chinese history and the lives swept up in that period, beyond the figure it portrays. A round badge with a deep translucent red rim holding a pale, satiny disc. The raised profile of a head and shoulders in a high-collared jacket faces left, smooth and softly lit. It is 2 inches in diameter.

Minimalism, with a lacquered red bezel for drama.