Chinese Mao Zedong Circular Lapel Pin

Sun hat, a work shirt, and golden grain, topped with a red 5 7.

This Mao Zedong circular lapel pin is from China, and dates to the 20th century. It is metal. Badges and lapel pins bearing Mao's face were produced by the billions, and Mao himself called a halt to production in 1969 because the metal used was seen as wasteful. Buildings at both edges of a red field surround a bust in a wide brimmed hat and open-collared shirt. The lower band is golden grain with a red 5 7. The face shows soft wear. It is 3.5 inches in diameter.

Dressed for hard work and still looking presentable.