Chinese Mao Zedong Circular Lapel Pin

Silvery profile wrapped in a red flag, with a gate building below.

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. Set against a red flag on a pale blue ground, the silvery profile has a high collar. A small gate building and tiny railing sit at the base, with flag red spreading beneath it. It is 2.5 inches in diameter.

Flag, gate and profile, all in good order.