John Francis Coleman, Right Field, Pittsburgh, from the Old Judge series (N172) for Old Judge Cigarettes 1887

This is a trading card depicting baseball player John Francis Coleman, a right fielder for the Pittsburgh Alleghenys, part of the "Old Judge" series for Old Judge Cigarettes. The card was printed in 1887 by Goodwin & Company of New York City and features a black and white photographic image of Coleman. It exemplifies the popular trend of using trading cards for advertising during the late 19th century, particularly within the burgeoning baseball culture. The card is a valuable collectible for baseball fans and historians interested in the early years of the sport.