New York City Subway Token - Larger Size

The City That Never Sleeps, Preserved in Brass
New York Subway Token Pendant – Larger Size | Custom Order in Sterling Silver with Chain

This pendant features an authentic New York City subway token from the era before MetroCards and tap-to-pay—an instantly recognizable emblem of the city’s past. Struck in brass and bearing the iconic cut-out “Y,” this larger-size token was once the key to crossing boroughs and navigating the heartbeat of New York.

Token Details:

• Type: NYC Transit Token — Large Size

• Date: Pre-MetroCard era

• Composition: Brass

• Diameter: ~23 mm

The Setting (Custom Order):

• Custom sterling silver bezel, shaped and polished to fit the token exactly

• Frame preserves the original patina while adding a bright, durable finish

• Comes with sterling silver chain in your choice of 18" or 20"

• Gold chain upgrades available at checkout

The History (Collapsible Section):
For decades, subway tokens were the lifeblood of New York transit. First introduced in 1953, they passed through millions of hands as New Yorkers rushed to work, crossed boroughs, or returned home late at night on the last train. The “Y” cut-out became an icon of the city itself, representing the ever-moving, never-sleeping rhythm of life underground. Retired in 2003 with the rise of MetroCards, these tokens remain powerful symbols of the city’s history and grit.

What’s Included (Collapsible Section):

• Authentic NYC subway token, hand-set in sterling silver

• Matching sterling silver chain (18" or 20")

• Certificate of authenticity

• Velvet-lined display box

• Polishing cloth

• Free insured U.S. shipping (2–3 day delivery)

• International shipping available

• Lifetime Authenticity Guarantee — every piece is genuine and responsibly sourced