No Date Token TC-255033 Brass 18mm Occidental Bar AK

Coin Details

Description

This undated brass trade token, cataloged as TC-255033, is an 18mm piece issued by the Occidental Bar of Alaska. The Occidental Bar's name evokes the Western world or Western-facing orientation, a fitting name for an establishment in Alaska, America's westernmost state. The compact 18mm size and brass composition are typical of bar check tokens used to purchase individual drinks. Alaska bar tokens form one of the most popular collecting specialties in American trade token numismatics, as they combine frontier romance with genuine scarcity — Alaska's small population meant limited production runs for any local token. Token collecting communities organized around specific series, regions, or themes provide educational resources, trading opportunities, and social connections that enhance the enjoyment and scholarly depth of the hobby. The Occidental Bar served a mining, fishing, or military community, as these industries dominated Alaska's economy throughout the twentieth century.

Rarity Notes

Alaska trade token, TC-255033. Brass 18mm. Occidental Bar, AK. Alaska bar tokens are highly sought after. Scarce.

Cross References

PCGS #937223; TC-255033; Occidental Bar, AK