Gantz, Catcher, Baltimore Orioles, from the Old Judge series (N172) for Old Judge Cigarettes 1888

"Gantz, Catcher, Baltimore Orioles," from the Old Judge series (N172) for Old Judge Cigarettes is a cabinet card depicting professional baseball player, William Gantz. Created by Goodwin & Company in 1888, the card features a sepia-toned photograph of Gantz, in his catching gear, with the Baltimore Orioles team name in the caption. These collectible cards were produced for cigarette packs as promotional items, and are a prime example of early baseball trading cards. The Metropolitan Museum of Art houses this historically significant card, showcasing the evolution of American sports and its cultural impact.