The Cross of the Legion of Honor, France, from the World's Decorations series (N30) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes 1890

This 1890 chromolithograph from the "World's Decorations" series depicts the Cross of the Legion of Honor, a prestigious French order established in 1802. The design features a white enamel five-pointed star with a central medallion inscribed “REPUBLIQUE FRANCAISE 1870,” showcasing the French Republic’s founding date. The cross is adorned with green laurel wreaths and a red ribbon, signifying military and civic merit. This particular card was issued by Allen & Ginter, a tobacco company known for their innovative trading cards featuring various subjects, such as historical figures, natural history, and cultural artifacts.