These are called Hobo Nickels crazy. Most are the work of unemployed artists during the depression (thus, “hobo”). A number of artists etched away the flesh of the subject to reveal these awesomely macabre skulls. Hobo nickel carving remains a popular hobby today and it even has a society. Images linked to their sources, most of which are live ebay auctions. Enjoy..
That's just awesome.
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