Charles Thomas "Charlie" Reilly, 3rd Base, St. Paul Apostles, from the Old Judge series (N172) for Old Judge Cigarettes 1889

This 1889 baseball card, part of the "Old Judge" series by Goodwin & Company, features Charles Thomas "Charlie" Reilly, a third baseman for the St. Paul Apostles. The card is a monochrome photograph depicting Reilly in his uniform, mid-throw, with a ball in his hand. It's a classic example of early baseball card design, capturing the essence of the sport in a simple yet compelling way. The card's small size, measuring 2 11/16 x 1 3/8 inches, reflects the popularity of collectible trading cards in the late 19th century. The image is currently housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City.