Chinese Mao Zedong Star Lapel Pin

Cooler, silvery points wear the same red circle with quiet poise.

This Mao Zedong star 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. Pale, almost silvery rays with thin grooves run toward each tip of this five-point star. The red center is slightly glossy, with a profile head facing left and a crisp collar line. A faint warm patina gathers at the edges. It is 1.25 inches wide and 1.25 high.

A little more reserved than its warmer cousins, and proud of it.