Eight of Spades, from the Transparent Playing Cards series (N220) issued by Kinney Bros. 1888

"Eight of Spades" is part of the "Transparent Playing Cards" series from Kinney Bros. Tobacco Company, issued in 1888. This card is a simple, yet elegant depiction of the eight of spades in black ink on a beige background. The design features eight spade symbols, arranged in a symmetrical pattern, highlighting the classic elements of the suit. The card's small size, measuring 2 3/4 x 1 1/2 inches, emphasizes its functionality within a deck of playing cards. The card is now housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City.