Genie Jerome, from the Actors and Actresses series (N45, Type 1) for Virginia Brights Cigarettes by Allen & Ginter

Genie Jerome, from the Actors and Actresses series (N45, Type 1) for Virginia Brights Cigarettes 1885 - 1891

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"Genie Jerome, from the Actors and Actresses series (N45, Type 1)" is a trade card produced by Allen & Ginter for Virginia Brights Cigarettes between 1885 and 1891. The card features a portrait of actress Genie Jerome, who is wearing a white dress and a white turban and posing beside a pile of rope. This card, now housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, exemplifies the popular 19th century trend of using collectible trading cards to advertise products.

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