Virginia, from the Industries of States series (N117) issued by Duke Sons & Co. to promote Honest Long Cut Tobacco 1889

This trade card from 1889, created by W. Duke, Sons & Co., is part of the "Industries of States" series promoting Honest Long Cut Tobacco. The card depicts a female figure representing Virginia, holding a lily and standing next to a shield featuring a scene of a woman with a bow and arrow. The card highlights Virginia's key industries, including tobacco, wheat, corn, and granite quarries, showcasing the state's economic strengths. The card is a prime example of trade cards used for advertising during the late 19th century, providing a glimpse into the historical context of the time.