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Áætlunarbílar Hafnarfjarðar 10 Aurar Tickets

This fascinating bundle of vintage transportation tickets from Áætlunarbílar Hafnarfjarðar (Hafnarfjörður Scheduled Buses) represents a piece of local Icelandic history. Each small cardboard ticket is denominated at 10 aurar (the subunit of the Icelandic króna before decimalization in 1981, where 100 aurar = 1 króna), used for fares on the bus service operating in and around Hafnarfjörður, likely including routes to Reykjavík.

The tickets are printed on light blue-green paper with bold text: “Á.B.H.” (likely abbreviating Áætlunarbílar Hafnarfjarðar), “10 AURAR” prominently displayed, and a diagonal brown stripe for design/security. Each bears a unique serial number (e.g., No. 6902, 6950, etc.), and they are bundled in a fan-like stack, showing typical wear from age—some edges frayed, minor soiling, and one with a small staple or rust mark—yet remain intact and collectible.

These date to the mid-20th century (pre-1981, when aurar were phased out), when private or local bus companies held concessions for scheduled routes before modern unification under Strætó bs. Hafnarfjörður, a historic harbor town just south of Reykjavík, relied on such services for daily commuting, connecting residents to the capital and surrounding areas. A rare survivor of everyday ephemera from Iceland’s transport past—perfect for collectors of Icelandic numismatics, transportation history, local ephemera, or “cinderella” items (non-postal labels/tickets).

A charming reminder of simpler times when a short bus ride cost just 10 aurar!