Chinese Mao Zedong Circular Lapel Pin

Tall tower and little rooftops mark the foot of this red circle.

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. Seen in profile facing left, the head is bright silver with soft shading. Below it, a row of tiny houses and a slender tower in gold relief extend past the curve of the red disc. A faint dull spot marks the top edge. It is 1.5 inches in diameter.

A skyline small enough to lose in a coat pocket.