Chinese Mao Zedong Circular Lapel Pin

Sun hat, open grin, and golden scallops of grain across the bottom.

This Mao Zedong circular lapel pin is from China, and dates to the 20th century. It is metal. 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. Laughing figure in a broad hat sits in a red field with a faint character at the left. Golden scalloped waves fill the base. The collar of the shirt hangs open, and the relief shows rainbow glints. It is 2.25 inches in diameter.

Sunny disposition, helpfully supplied by the maker.