Chinese Mao Zedong Circular Lapel Pin

Flat-bottomed pin where a gate building and a column sit under the profile.

This Mao Zedong circular lapel pin is from China, and dates to the 20th century. 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. Profile with brushed hair sits on a red disc. The base is flat, a straight strip of silvery gate building, a column and railing details, stepping slightly past the round edge. It is 2.5 inches wide and 2.75 high.

Squared off at the bottom, and perfectly content about it.