This is a vintage Chicago Transit Authority (CTA) paper transfer ticket. This authentic piece of railroadiana and transportation history served as a transfer pass for Chicago's public transit system, allowing riders to transfer between various routes and zones.
The transfer ticket features a unique design with a circular dial for time stamping (1-12, AM/PM) and directional indicators (NW, N, NE, E, SE, S, SW, W). It is marked for "Garfield-55th W 31st" and bears the date "JUN 29". A unique serial number, 598642, is printed on the front. The reverse side of the ticket details the "Chicago Transit Authority transfer regulations," outlining rules for usage on both rapid transit and bus routes. This listing includes the single paper transfer ticket as pictured, representing a tangible artifact from Chicago's public transportation heritage.
Brand/Maker: Chicago Transit Authority (CTA) Item Type: Transfer Ticket / Pass Era/Style: Vintage Material: Paper Specifications: Marked "Garfield-55th W 31st", Date "JUN 29", Serial Number "598642" Features: Time dial (1-12, AM/PM), Directional indicators (NW, N, NE, E, SE, S, SW, W), Transfer regulations printed on reverse Included Components: 1 Chicago Transit Authority Paper Transfer Ticket Country of Origin: USA