This Benjamin Franklin Hobo Nickel coin is a unique and beautiful piece of abstract art that would make a great decoration or gift. The intricate details of the carving showcase the skill and creativity of the artist. This item belongs to the Hobo Nickels category of collectibles and is a great addition to any collection of coins and paper money. It is made of high-quality materials and is sure to impress anyone who sees it.
Souvenir Metal Coin
Quality: 100%High Quality
Material: iron plated
Size: 38X38X3mm
Weight: almost 25 g/piece
Package includes: one coin with one plastic case
They are a great talking point and certainly a very unique gift. But to be cleared, they are decorative ornament only, also can be used for collection.
This coin come with Plastic Clear Coin Capsule.
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What is HOBO coin? - The hobo nickel is a sculptural art form involving the creative modification of small-denomination coins, essentially resulting in miniature bas reliefs. The US nickel coin was favored because of its size, thickness and relative softness. However, the term hobo nickel is generic, as carvings have been made from many different denominations. Due to its low cost and portability, this medium was particularly popular among hobos, hence the name "hobo nickel."
The altering of coins dates back to the 18th century or earlier. Beginning in the 1850s, the most common form of coin alteration was the "potty coin", engraved on United States Seated Liberty coinage (half dime through trade dollar) and modifying Liberty into a figure sitting on a chamber pot. This time period was also the heyday of the love token, which was made by machine-smoothing a coin (usually a silver example such as a Morgan dollar) on one or both sides, then engraving it with initials, monograms, names, scenes, etc., often with an ornate border. Hundreds of thousands of coins were altered in this manner. They were often mounted on pins or incorporated into bracelets and necklaces. Hobo-style coin alteration could be found outside the United States, primarily in Britain, France, and South Africa.
Product Features:
· Made of high quality of zinc alloy core, plated, high strength, wear-resistant, anti-rust, durable.
· Micro-emboss surface design, double-sided, pictures represent front and back.
· Souvenir art & collectible, business holiday decoration gift.
· It is full of commemorative meaning and an awesome gift for those who are fond of collecting coins.