Chinese Mao Zedong Circular Lapel Pin

Figure at a window-like halftone, holding a cup, with script down the side.

This Mao Zedong circular lapel pin is from China, and dates to the 20th century. It is metal. Propaganda posters of the era generally pictured a utopian society, with smiling farmers, brave soldiers and happy people gathered around Mao, who was cast as a benevolent father and wise teacher. One hand holds a small cup, held by a standing figure in a long dark coat. The disc is half red and half polished relief, with a column of tiny characters at the left and a tiny star at the hem. It is 2.25 inches in diameter.

Pausing for refreshment, as one does.