(Early 80s) 1937 J. Press Hobo Nickel - XF/AU Hand Carving - Fine Nickel 1918 That beer was subsequently distributed

That beer was subsequently distributed throughout Europe

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Over the years it has developed vivid toning with shades of Red

The top of the 5 was clearly recut

(Early 80s) 1937 J. Press Hobo Nickel - XF/AU Hand Carving - Fine Nickel 1918 That beer was subsequently distributedJohn F. Press 9 20 46 3 10 83 John F. Press began making hobo nickels circa 1980, and died 1983. He taught J. Allen (see below) how to make hobo nickels, and their works are very similar in style. He signed his hobo nickels J. PRESS using a metal die, counterstamped on the buffalo. Hobo nickels signed by J. Press are much scarcer than those of J. Allen. (courtesy: Original Hobo Nickel Society)