Subway token

A Subway token is a small, coin-like object used as a form of fare payment on subway or transit systems. Historically, tokens served as a substitute for paper tickets or electronic cards, allowing passengers to access the train or subway by inserting the token into a turnstile or fare reader. They often represented a single ride or a set amount of travel and could be purchased at stations or authorized locations. While many transit systems now use electronic fare systems, tokens are still used in some areas as a convenient, reusable, and tangible method of paying for transit.