Obverse

Reverse

One Fare (3 for 25 cents)

Northern Indiana Transit Inc. Transportation Token

United States · Mid 20th Century (Circa 1940s-1950s)

A round transportation fare token featuring distinctive patterned background fields and stylized cut-out alphanumeric center symbols.

Country: United States
Year: Mid 20th Century (Circa 1940s-1950s)
Denomination: One Fare (3 for 25 cents)
Metal: Brass or Nickel-plated Brass
Grade: About Uncirculated / Mint State with minor toning

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Overview

A round transportation fare token featuring distinctive patterned background fields and stylized cut-out alphanumeric center symbols.

Historical significance

Transportation tokens like this were widely used by municipal transit companies in the mid-20th century to streamline fare collection, particularly during periods of fare changes such as offering multi-ride discounts.

Obverse (front)

Features the text 'GOOD FOR ONE / 3 FOR 25¢ FARE' encircling a large cut-out numeral '2' set against a geometric textured background pattern.

Reverse (back)

Features the text 'NO. INDIANA TRANS. INC. / SO. BEND' encircling a large cut-out letter 'S' set against a matching geometric textured background pattern.

Estimated value

$1 - $5

What drives this coin's value

Condition, demand from transit token collectors (Maher/Holt types), and historical local interest.

Grade assessment

About Uncirculated / Mint State with minor toning

Mintage & rarity

Common

Authenticity & counterfeit red flags

These tokens were mass-produced for commercial transit use and are rarely counterfeited due to their low face value and modest collector market.

Notable varieties & errors

Minor variations in metal composition, plating wear, or die alignments.

Similar coins

Other mid-century US transit and bus tokens with punched-out centers.

Care & preservation

Store in a cool, dry place in a non-PVC coin flip or holder. Avoid harsh cleaning or polishing to preserve the original finish and collector value.

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