Hobo Nickel Coin Art Medal Poker "Full Deck" 118

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HOBO NICKEL The hobo nickel is a sculpural art form , involving the creative modification of small-denomination coins, essentially resulting in miniature bas relief's . It nickel, because of its size, thickness, and relative softness , was a favored coin for this purpose. However, the trem "hobo nickel" is generic, and carvings have been made from many different denominations. Due to its low cost and portability , this medium was particulatly popular among hobos , hence the name. See: www. for more info on Hobo Nickels. For Customized Hobo Nickel Style Engravings email: For your consideration:1937-S Indian Head/Buffalo Nickel, with a Obverse Modern engraving of ** Full Deck **. An excellent host coin. Coin is in an airtight with a Hardwood easel. "SDC" is engraved on the rim. Thank you for looking, Stephen D. Cox Buyer pays shipping, handling and insurance.