Governor General of Canada, from the Rulers, Flags, and Coats of Arms series (N126-2) issued by W. Duke, Sons & Co. 1888

This colorful lithograph, part of the "Rulers, Flags, and Coats of Arms" series issued by W. Duke, Sons & Co. in 1888, depicts the coat of arms of Canada. The shield, supported by crossed swords, features a red cross with a lion and other heraldic symbols, all framed by a wreath and topped with a royal crown. The inclusion of this imagery in a cigarette card set highlights the growing national pride and sense of identity in Canada during this period, and the card's design emphasizes the importance of visual symbolism in representing national identity. This card is now part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art collection in New York City.