Reading, Pennsylvania - Berks Area Reading BARTA Transit Token (PA 805 Aa)
This collectible transit token was issued by the Berks Area Reading Transportation Authority (BARTA) of Reading, Pennsylvania, and is cataloged as Atwood-Coffee PA 805 Aa.
The token was used as a fare payment piece for local public transportation service in the Reading and Berks County area. It represents the era when transit systems used metal tokens as a convenient alternative to cash fares.
Token Details:
- Issuer: Berks Area Reading Transportation Authority (BARTA)
- Location: Reading, Pennsylvania
- Type: Transit / bus fare token
- Catalog: Atwood-Coffee PA 805 Aa
- Value: Transit Fare
- Material: Metal alloy
- Shape: Round with cutout design
- Era: Late 20th century
Historical Background:
The Berks Area Reading Transportation Authority (BARTA) was established in 1973 to provide public transportation services throughout Berks County, Pennsylvania. BARTA took over local bus operations and became the primary public transit provider for the Reading area.
Transit tokens were used by many American transportation systems during the 20th century to simplify fare collection and make boarding more efficient. Riders could purchase tokens in advance and use them as payment for bus trips.
This BARTA transit token is a piece of Reading, Pennsylvania transportation history and represents the development of modern public transportation in the region.
A great addition for collectors of:
- Pennsylvania transit tokens
- BARTA and Reading 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.
