![]() ![]() And an Auction Photo Gallery illustrates hundreds of hobo nickels sold in past OHNS auctions, along with the hammer price of each. ![]() The OHNS Quality Designation scale for hobo nickels (Crude to Superior) is explained, and examples and general values for each are given, along with the factors affecting a hobo nickel's desirability.Īn Artist Gallery chapter covers dozens of old, nicknamed, and modern hobo nickel artists with examples of their work. All these are discussed and illustrated in the book. ![]() Other subjects include ethnic figures, hatless men, soldiers, women, famous people, and altered buffaloes (changed into a man or a different animal). The most common type of hobo nickel is the standard design depicting a bearded man wearing a derby. The purpose, methods of creation, and the components of hobo nickels are discussed. Over 700 enlarged photographs of hobo nickels are illustrated in the 126 page spiral-wire-bound book. ![]() Both classic old hobo nickels and modern creations are presented, with information on how to tell them apart. Alpert, which presents an up to date guide to hobo nickels and their values. The Original Hobo Nickel Society has just reprinted its Hobo Nickel Guidebook authored by Stephen P. Price for OHNS members is $28 ($35 for non-members). Convention and is now available for sale. Alpert was authorized by the OHNS Board at the January F.U.N. "A new 5th edition printing of the Hobo Nickel Guidebook by Stephen P. ![]()
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