James Newton "Jesse" Duryea, Pitcher, Cincinnati, from the Old Judge series (N172) for Old Judge Cigarettes 1888 - 1889

This is a baseball card from the *Old Judge* series, a set of collectible cards produced by Goodwin & Company between 1888 and 1889 for Old Judge Cigarettes. The card features James Newton "Jesse" Duryea, a pitcher for the Cincinnati Red Stockings of the National League. This card depicts Duryea in a pitching stance, a typical depiction for the time. This particular card is an example of the *carte de visite* style of photograph, popular in the 19th century. *Old Judge* cards are highly sought-after by collectors today, particularly those featuring famous players.