Charles Marv "Pop" Smith, Shortstop, Pittsburgh, from the Old Judge series (N172) for Old Judge Cigarettes 1887

This 1887 photograph by Goodwin & Company is a classic example of a baseball card. The image shows Charles Marv "Pop" Smith, a shortstop for the Pittsburgh team, in action. The card was part of the "Old Judge" series, produced by Old Judge Cigarettes. This series was extremely popular, featuring prominent baseball players of the time. The card's simple design, focusing solely on the player against a plain background, highlights Smith's athleticism and skillful fielding position.