Betty Pope, from the Actors and Actresses series (N45, Type 1) for Virginia Brights Cigarettes 1885 - 1891

This is a "trade card" from the *Actors and Actresses* series, a popular collection of cards produced by Allen & Ginter during the late 19th century. This particular card features the actress Betty Pope, and was likely distributed with packs of Virginia Brights cigarettes. These cards, while intended as advertisements, offer a glimpse into the theatrical world of the time and serve as important historical documents for scholars.