Leighton, Center Field, Omaha Omahogs/ Lambs, from the Old Judge series (N172) for Old Judge Cigarettes 1889

This 1889 baseball card, part of the Old Judge series produced by Goodwin & Company, depicts "Leighton, C.F. Omaha," a player for the Omaha Omahogs/ Lambs. The card, printed on a small sheet of paper, shows Leighton in a classic baseball pose, ready to catch a ball. The image is a black-and-white photograph with a detailed depiction of the player's uniform and features, providing a glimpse into the era's baseball culture. This card, now housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, exemplifies the collectible nature of these early baseball cards.