Richmond L. & R.R. Co. Staten Island, N.Y.

White metal · 16 mm

Obverse: RICHMOND L. & R.R. CO. STATEN ISLAND, N.Y.
Reverse: Good For One Fare J.J. Kuhn Receiver

Staten Island transit token associated with Richmond L. & R.R. Co. Staten Island, N.Y.

Quick Facts

Exonumist ID
EXO-NY-STI-0001
Catalog X-Refs
NY632A / TC-440776
Material
White Metal
Size
16 mm
Shape
Round
Symbol
Letter R
Borough
Staten Island
Issued
1921

Notes

J.J. Kuhn served as receiver from April 27, 1920 until August 1, 1923. Tokens were placed in use in 1921 when the fare increased to 8¢ cash or two tokens for 15¢. Streetcar service was discontinued January 24, 1934, after which the system continued as an all-bus operation.