Visit Our WhatNot Page
Ebay Logo
Instagram Etsy
  • By Appointment Only
  • 29125 Buckingham Dr., Suite 6, Livonia, MI 48154
  • (313) 770-7582
Keywell Collectibles
  • Services
    • Coin Appraisals
    • Custom Metal Pours
    • Estate & Insurance Evaluations
    • We Buy Collectibles
  • About Us
    • About Us
    • Articles
    • FAQ’s
  • Events
  • Gallery
  • Contact Us
Get A Quote
Keywell Collectibles
  • Services
    • Coin Appraisals
    • Custom Metal Pours
    • Estate & Insurance Evaluations
    • We Buy Collectibles
  • About Us
    • About Us
    • Articles
    • FAQ’s
  • Events
  • Gallery
  • Contact Us

Tag: Coin Carving

  • Home
  • Articles
  • Coin Carving
Coin Collecting Collectibles
A rustic, detailed scene of a wooden workbench from the "Keywell Collectibles - Exonumia & Folk Art Division". Three Buffalo Nickels are displayed as "Hobo Nickels," showcasing intricate hand-carvings and labeled with descriptions of the "Bo" Hughes style and "Tools of the Trade". The desk is scattered with carving knives, files, small primitive hammers, and a magnifying loupe, evoking the gritty craftsmanship and artistic history of Depression-era coin modification.

The Art of the Hobo Nickel: Depression-Era Folk Art on Coins

Long before modern engraving, Great Depression-era hobos used pocket knives and nails to carve Buffalo Nickels into miniature folk art. Learn the history of the Hobo Nickel, famous artists like “Bo” Hughes, and why these altered coins are so highly collectible today.

April 21, 2026 / Keywell Collectibles
Recent Posts
  • A rustic, detailed scene of a wooden workbench from the "Keywell Collectibles - Exonumia & Folk Art Division". Three Buffalo Nickels are displayed as "Hobo Nickels," showcasing intricate hand-carvings and labeled with descriptions of the "Bo" Hughes style and "Tools of the Trade". The desk is scattered with carving knives, files, small primitive hammers, and a magnifying loupe, evoking the gritty craftsmanship and artistic history of Depression-era coin modification.
    The Art of the Hobo Nickel: Depression-Era Folk Art on Coins
    April 21, 2026
  • A meticulously curated, dramatic display of World War II-era artifacts from the "Keywell Collectibles – WWII Historical Collection." The arrangement features specialty emergency currency, including a Hawaii Overprint twenty-dollar note, a North Africa Yellow Seal note, and a 1942 Blue Seal Silver Certificate. A gloved hand using tweezers carefully positions a 1943 Steel Penny next to a graded silver War Nickel. The scene is finished with period-accurate props like miniature tanks, spent shell casings, and a newspaper with the headline "ALLIED ADVANCE IN NORTH AFRICA," all illuminated by a warm desk lamp to evoke a powerful sense of history and discovery.
    Spies, Sabotage, and Silver: Coins of World War II
    April 14, 2026
  • A sophisticated, atmospheric scene of a professional numismatist wearing a white cotton glove, carefully selecting a 2021 Silver Eagle from a wooden display tray. The tray is filled with both loose silver bullion and professionally graded coins in protective slabs, labeled "2021 ASE TYPE 2 (EAGLE LANDING)". The workspace is illuminated by a warm desk lamp and includes an open copy of "A GUIDE BOOK OF UNITED STATES COINS (RED BOOK)" and a nameplate for "KEYWELL COLLECTIBLES - MODERN CLASSICS COLLECTION," highlighting the meticulous care and expert curation of modern precious metals.
    Modern Classics: Why the American Silver Eagle is the World’s Most Popular Coin
    April 7, 2026

    Ready to Get Started?

    Keywell Collectibles, Inc. is a trusted collectibles expert headquartered in Michigan, proudly serving clients nationwide.

    We specialize in coin appraisals, precious metals, rare currency, and custom silver pours through our Mafia Metals brand. Whether evaluating a collection, creating a custom piece, or selling rare items, we offer transparent service, expert guidance, and personalized support to help you make confident decisions.

    Instagram Etsy
    Visit Our WhatNot Page
    Keywell Collectibles
    • Services
    • Coin Appraisals
    • About
    Our Location.

    29125 Buckingham Dr., Suite 6
    Livonia, MI 48154

    Call Us Today!

    (313) 770-7582

    Copyright © 2025 Keywell Collectibles, Inc. | Developed by starkcreate.com