Miss A.M. Weed, from the Actresses series (N245) issued by Kinney Brothers to promote Sweet Caporal Cigarettes 1890

"Miss A.M. Weed" is a sepia-toned photograph from the "Actresses" series of trading cards issued by Kinney Brothers Tobacco Company in 1890 to promote their Sweet Caporal Cigarettes. The card features a bust-length portrait of Miss Weed, an actress of the time, wearing a fur-trimmed jacket, against a plain background. This collectible card exemplifies a popular marketing strategy of the late 19th century, utilizing celebrity endorsements to promote commercial products. The card's small size, measuring 2 1/2 × 1 7/16 inches, was typical for trading cards of this era. The card is currently part of the collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, NY.