Commendation token

Commendation tokens (Jobaba besna in Common Huttese, leading to the slang term "besno" in other parts of the galaxy), also known simply as tokens, commendations, or colloquially as crook credits and in ancient times as Causa Commendationis were coins made of nickel used as a universal currency in black markets on hundreds of worlds. Virtually all crime syndicates in the galaxy acknowledged the importance of tokens in the galaxy's underworld, and the currency, despite not being recognized by the Galactic Republic and many other political superpowers, was accepted by many contraband dealers. There were other local currencies named tokens, some even bearing a similar appearance, leading to these currencies being mistaken for commendations in some underworld exchanges.

History
Commendation tokens were introduced by the Black Sun some millennia before the modern era and served as the only currency in areas completely controlled by the Black Sun. The Hutts, whose clans were long-time rivals of the Black Sun, also adopted commendation tokens next to their native druggats as well as Republic credits in their territories. Through Black Sun and Hutt-aligned smugglers, tokens became commonplace on hundreds of other worlds over the millennia and became a common currency in exchanges between criminals from different alignments. Some law-abiding businesses on certain Outer Rim worlds including Mandalore also accepted commendation tokens next to Republic/Imperial credits and local currencies. Imperial politicians became divided on whether or not the commendation token should be recognized as a legitimate currency, as it became frequently used by up to 15% of the galactic community. As of 10 BBY, one standard-sized commendation token was worth one forth of an Imperial credits. The exact size and value of nickel tokens varied, and at least five different common variations were found across the galaxy.