James J. "Jumbo" Davis, 3rd Base, Kansas City Cowboys, from the Old Judge series (N172) for Old Judge Cigarettes by Goodwin & Company

James J. "Jumbo" Davis, 3rd Base, Kansas City Cowboys, from the Old Judge series (N172) for Old Judge Cigarettes 1888

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This 1888 "Old Judge" trading card features James J. "Jumbo" Davis, third baseman for the Kansas City Cowboys. The card is from the N172 series, produced by Goodwin & Company, a prominent American lithographer. The card depicts Davis in a baseball uniform, catching a ball with his left hand, showcasing the action of the game. It is a prime example of 19th-century baseball card design, a popular collectible for sports fans.

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