Fred "Dandelion" Pfeffer, 2nd Base, Chicago, from the Old Judge series (N172) for Old Judge Cigarettes 1887

This 1887 "Old Judge" baseball card, featuring Fred "Dandelion" Pfeffer of the Chicago White Stockings, is a classic example of early sports trading cards. Created by Goodwin & Company, the card depicts Pfeffer in a formal pose with his bat and glove, standing on a baseball field. The card's simple design, featuring a black-and-white photograph against a plain background, was typical of the era. It served as a collectible for fans of the sport, as well as a promotional tool for Old Judge Cigarettes, the card's sponsor. This card and others like it, are considered valuable historical artifacts, providing a glimpse into the early days of professional baseball and the development of trading cards.