Hobo Nickel Coin by Amy Armstrong "Marilyn Monroe" Start Price USD 200.00 Current Price USD 200.00 Time Left - Bid Count 0 Buy It Now Price - Reserve Price - Start Time Thursday, July 17, 2008 End Time Tuesday, July 22, 2008 Location Glitter Gulch See more about 'Hobo Nickel Coin by Amy Armstrong "Marilyn Monroe" ' Description   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. The buffalo nickel, because of its size, thickness, and relative softness, was a favored coin for this purpose. Due to its low cost and portability, this medium was particularly popular among hobos, hence the name. However, the term "hobo nickel" is generic, and carvings have been made from many different denominations. See:  www.hobonickels.org  for more info on Hobo Nickels. For your consideration: "Marilyn Monroe with diamond earrings" 1926 Buffalo Nickel with an Obverse side Hand Engraving signed by Amy Armstrong. Coin is in a black ring airtite holder with a hardwood display.    FREE   shipping, handling and insurance inside the USA. Payment within 48 hours.       Powered by eBay Turbo Lister Place a Bid!