Gumbert, Pitcher, Chicago, from the Old Judge series (N172) for Old Judge Cigarettes 1889

This is a baseball card from the "Old Judge" series, which was created by Goodwin & Company in 1889. The card depicts Gumbert, a pitcher for the Chicago baseball team, standing with a bat held in front of him. The photo is in black and white and features a slightly sepia tone. The "Old Judge" series was marketed to collectors who would trade the cards, making them a popular pastime of the time. This card is considered an early example of sports memorabilia.