Chinese Mao Zedong Lapel Pin

Head above crossed rifle and brush, all held in a frame of gold.

This Mao Zedong 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. Red panel with fine rays and a heavy gold border, tall and narrow. A gold head in profile sits near the top, with a rifle and brush crossing below and a small plaque of characters at the foot. It is 1 inches wide and 1.25 high.

A neat, crisp little emblem with a lot of nerve.