Card 895, Eliza Weathersby, from the Actors and Actresses series (N45, Type 2) for Virginia Brights Cigarettes 1885 - 1891

This is a trade card featuring Eliza Weathersby, an actress, from the *Actors and Actresses* series (N45, Type 2) produced by Allen & Ginter for Virginia Brights Cigarettes. The card was created between 1885 and 1891 as part of a series of collectible cards given away with the purchase of cigarettes. These cards became popular collectibles in the late 19th century, showcasing prominent actors, actresses, and other figures of the time. The Metropolitan Museum of Art holds this particular trade card, which measures just 2 3/4 x 1 3/8 inches. The card features a black and white photographic portrait of Eliza Weathersby, and is a rare and significant piece of ephemera reflecting the cultural history of late 19th-century America.