Shah of Persia, from the Rulers, Flags, and Coats of Arms series (N126-1) issued by W. Duke, Sons & Co. 1888

This chromolithograph from 1888 by W. Duke, Sons & Co. depicts the Shah of Persia and his national symbols. The card features the Shah's portrait, the Persian coat of arms with a lion and sun, and the national flag. The card is part of a larger series called "Rulers, Flags, and Coats of Arms," printed by the tobacco company W. Duke, Sons & Co. The series was likely intended to be given away to customers as a promotional item and served as a visual guide to the flags and coats of arms of various countries around the world.