Paducah, Kentucky - Paducah Transit Corp. One Fare Transit Token (KY 680 L)
This collectible transit token was issued by the Paducah Transit Corporation of Paducah, Kentucky and is cataloged as Atwood-Coffee KY 680 L.
The token was used as payment for one fare on the local public transportation system and represents the era when bus companies used metal tokens as a convenient alternative to cash fares.
Token Details:
- Issuer: Paducah Transit Corporation
- Location: Paducah, Kentucky
- Type: Transit / bus fare token
- Catalog: Atwood-Coffee KY 680 L
- Value: One Fare
- Material: Metal alloy
- Shape: Round with cutout design
- Era: Mid-20th century
Historical Background:
Paducah Transit Corporation provided local bus transportation services in Paducah, Kentucky, during the period when privately operated transit companies served communities throughout the United States. Transit tokens were commonly used by passengers because they simplified fare collection and allowed riders to purchase rides without carrying exact change.
This Paducah Transit Corp. token represents a piece of Kentucky transportation history and reflects the growth of local bus service during the 20th century.
This token is a great addition to collections of:
- Kentucky transit tokens
- Paducah transportation memorabilia
- Bus fare collectibles
- Exonumia
- American transportation history
Please examine photographs carefully for the exact condition, wear, color, and surface details of the token being offered.
