Added metal to nickels

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Have a 1957 nickel with what looks like a thin band of metal added to the rim. Why would someone do this? Is there a history of this?

Ray Muniak Retired artist/sculptor . 79 years old. 4 children 10 grandchildren 2 great grandchildren. Also worked as a wood patternmaker (Foundry industry) for 27 years before becoming a full time artist.

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Have a 1957 nickel with what looks like a thin band of metal added to the rim. Why would someone do this? Is there a history of this?

Can you post a picture? 

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Ray Muniak Retired artist/sculptor . 79 years old. 4 children 10 grandchildren 2 great grandchildren. Also worked as a wood patternmaker (Foundry industry) for 27 years before becoming a full time artist.

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