Card Number 388, Pauline Markham, from the Actors and Actresses series (N145-7) issued by Duke Sons & Co. to promote Duke Cigarettes 1880s

"Card Number 388, Pauline Markham" is a trade card from the "Actors and Actresses" series produced by W. Duke, Sons & Co. in the 1880s to promote their Duke Cigarettes. The card features a photographic portrait of Pauline Markham, an actress of the time, and the text "DUKE CIGARETTES ARE THE BEST" printed below, reflecting its function as advertising. These cards were commonly collected and traded, much like modern-day baseball cards, offering a glimpse into the popular culture of the late 19th century.