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Lot Title:	Three hobo nickels
Lot Number:	168
Description:	Collector appeal: A+. This is a sensational trio to the cataloger's eye, and we will make our best attempt at some attribution. First is 1925, apparently "Hunchback" and an extremely attractive two-sided effort with unusually careful details, including partially retextured fields. A traditional hobo with a domed hat and beard occupies the obverse, the end of the beard extending into the obverse right field -- highly unusual. The reverse has been carved to depict a hobo with staff in hand, and burdened with a knapsack. Second is 1913-D type-1, seemingly a match for "Cornucopia" with the beard textured by repeated punchings that give it an ethnic appearance. The style of the ear is questionable, however. Third and last is (no-date)-D that does not seem to have a good match, but the beard is textured with numerous punchings - more numerous than typical. Three coin lot.
Estimate:	$550-$650
Lot Status:	Bidding has been closed for this lot.
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Hammered Price:	$1,250
Price Realized:	$1,475

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