Bellingham, Washington - Bellingham Transit Co. B.T.C. Transit Token (WA 40 H)
This collectible transit token was issued by the Bellingham Transit Company (B.T.C.) of Bellingham, Washington and is cataloged as Atwood-Coffee WA 40 H.
The token was used as a fare payment piece for local bus transportation and represents the era when private transit companies operated city and regional bus routes throughout the United States.
Token Details:
- Issuer: Bellingham Transit Co. (B.T.C.)
- Location: Bellingham, Washington
- Type: Transit / bus fare token
- Catalog: Atwood-Coffee WA 40 H
- Material: Metal alloy
- Shape: Round with cutout design
- Edge: Plain
- Era: 20th century
Historical Background:
Bellingham Transit Company provided local bus transportation services in Bellingham, Washington, helping connect residents, businesses, and neighborhoods throughout the city. Like many communities across America, Bellingham transitioned from earlier street railway transportation to motor buses during the 20th century.
Transit tokens were issued as convenient substitutes for cash fares. Riders could purchase tokens in advance and use them for transportation, making fare collection faster and easier for both passengers and transit operators.
This B.T.C. token is a piece of Pacific Northwest transportation history and a desirable collectible for those interested in Washington state memorabilia, transit history, and exonumia.
Great addition for collections of:
- Washington transit tokens
- Bellingham transportation memorabilia
- Bus and streetcar collectibles
- Exonumia
- Pacific Northwest history
Please examine photographs carefully for the exact condition, wear, color, and surface details of the token being offered.
