Chinese Mao Zedong Lapel Pin

Panel holds a gold head, cradled by raised gold hands on either side.

This Mao Zedong lapel pin is from China, and dates to the 20th century. 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. Small, tall badge with a gold-toned surround. A red panel with a gold head in profile sits at the top, with cupped hands rising on both sides, and a line of raised characters at the base. It is 0.6 inches wide and 0.9 high.

Held with great care and considerable gilt.