In the 1960's, Soviet workers, farmers, and other citizens began to receive awards for their efforts in building Communism, including this Shock-Worker of Communist Labor pin. The imagery combines symbols of the factory and the farm, while Lenin stares determinedly out at the horizon. The word used for worker ("udarnik") implies that this particular worker was exceptionally successful or productive. About 23 million people were recognized this way -- but you don't have to wait for government approval to wear your own celebrated worker pin!