Christian IX, King of Denmark, from the Rulers, Flags, and Coats of Arms series (N126-1) issued by W. Duke, Sons & Co. 1888

This is a trade card from the *Rulers, Flags, and Coats of Arms* series by W. Duke, Sons & Co. printed in 1888. The card depicts Christian IX, King of Denmark, in the center, with his coat of arms on the left, and the royal flag and pennant of Denmark on the right. The card is an example of *trade card* artwork, which was a popular form of advertising in the late 19th century. These cards were often given away with purchases of tobacco, and they often featured images of royalty, flags, and coats of arms. This particular card was designed to advertise "Honest Long Cut" tobacco. The design is typical of the period and is both aesthetically pleasing and informative.