Card Number 391, Miss Hermann, from the Actors and Actresses series (N145-3) issued by Duke Sons & Co. to promote Cross Cut Cigarettes 1880s

"Card Number 391, Miss Hermann" is a trade card from the 1880s, part of the "Actors and Actresses" series issued by W. Duke, Sons & Co. to promote Cross Cut Cigarettes. The card features a black and white photograph of Miss Hermann in profile, highlighting her elegant hairstyle and a single earring. It exemplifies the use of celebrity endorsements in advertising, showcasing the popularity of the brand and the evolving role of women in society. The card's simple design and bold typography make it an engaging piece of ephemera.