Rockstar Cowboy Skeleton Coin 1881 – Gothic Collectible

This rockstar cowboy skeleton coin features a skeleton cowboy wearing a wide-brimmed cowboy hat and bandana, throwing up a rock hand gesture with one skeletal hand while holding a cross in the other, framed by a rope border, in an 1881 carved design. The intricate relief work combines Wild West frontier spirit with rock and roll rebellion, creating a unique fusion of cowboy culture and music attitude. A badass piece that bridges Western heritage, gothic memento mori, and rock culture into one striking collectible.

Hobo nickel carving emerged in the early 20th century as itinerant artists transformed Buffalo nickels and Morgan dollars into miniature sculptural masterpieces. This coin creates an unexpected mashup of American cultural icons: the cowboy and the rockstar. The cowboy represents frontier independence, rugged individualism, and the Wild West spirit of the 1880s. The rock hand gesture (devil horns or "horns up") became iconic in rock and heavy metal culture decades later, representing rebellion and counterculture attitude. By combining these symbols on a skeleton, the coin creates a timeless rebel figure that transcends eras. The cross adds spiritual symbolism, suggesting faith alongside rebellion. The rope border reinforces the Western aesthetic. The 1881 Morgan Dollar base creates an interesting anachronism that adds to the piece's artistic appeal. This piece is a Gothic Western rock collectible coin designed for display and collection.

About the Design

The obverse features exceptional carving detail in the skeleton cowboy, from the wide-brimmed hat and bandana to the skeletal hands making the rock gesture and holding the cross. The rope border frames the composition perfectly, reinforcing the frontier theme. The "E Pluribus Unum" inscription and decorative stars maintain the Morgan Dollar aesthetic while the carved imagery transforms it into rebellious Western rock art. The antique silver finish with brass base enhances the aged, outlaw quality that suits the rockstar cowboy skeleton theme perfectly, making this piece a conversation starter about American cultural mashups.

Product Features

• Design: Skeleton cowboy with hat and bandana, rock hand gesture, cross, rope border
• Material: Brass base with antique silver-tone plating
• Diameter: 38mm (Morgan Dollar size)
• Weight: Approx. 30-40g
• Finish: Antique patina with deep relief carving effect
• Packaging: Protective transparent display capsule

Perfect For

• Hobo nickel and carved coin collectors
• Rock and roll and music enthusiasts
• Western and cowboy culture collectors
• Ideal for shadow boxes, collector cabinets, music displays, or gothic décor setups

Shipping

Free worldwide tracked shipping. Estimated delivery 9–14 days. Each coin is securely packaged for safe arrival.

Explore more designs in the Gothic & Dark Collection.

This item is a commemorative collectible and is not affiliated with any official government mint or legal tender authority. It is intended for display and collecting purposes only.

Because every collection deserves one more coin.