Alphonse XIII, King of Spain, from the Rulers, Flags, and Coats of Arms series (N126-2) issued by W. Duke, Sons & Co. 1888

This 1888 trade card from W. Duke, Sons & Co. features the coat of arms of Spain, a heraldic design that symbolizes the country's history and identity. The card was part of a series called "Rulers, Flags, and Coats of Arms," which was likely distributed as a promotional item to advertise the company's cigarettes. The card depicts a shield divided into four quarters, each with a different symbol. The top left and bottom right quarters show castles, representing the historic kingdoms of Castile and Leon, while the top right and bottom left quarters display lions, representing the kingdoms of Leon and Aragon respectively. The shield is surmounted by a crown, signifying the monarchy of Spain.