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From yee Wiki:
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 on many different denominations.
Due to its low cost and portability, this medium was particularly popular among hobos, hence the name.
This is really interesting. I have never seen nor heard of this -- I love to collect coins so I am going to have to keep my eye open for one of these!
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