William "Jack" Frank Horner, Pitcher, New Haven, from the Old Judge series (N172) for Old Judge Cigarettes 1888

This 1888 baseball card features William "Jack" Frank Horner, a pitcher for the New Haven team, and was created by Goodwin & Company as part of the "Old Judge" series for Old Judge Cigarettes. The card is a black and white photograph depicting Horner in a pitching stance, with a ball in the air. The card, which is part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art's collection, is a valuable artifact for baseball collectors and historians. It offers a glimpse into the early days of the sport and the role of tobacco companies in its promotion. The card's small size, measuring only 2 11/16 x 1 3/8 inches, makes it a unique collectible.