Miss Langdon, from the Actors and Actresses series (N45, Type 3) for Virginia Brights Cigarettes 1885 - 1891

This is a trade card, part of a series featuring actors and actresses produced by Allen & Ginter, a tobacco company, for their Virginia Brights Cigarettes brand between 1885 and 1891. The card depicts Miss Langdon, a popular actress of the era, in a simple headshot. These cards were popular collectibles for smokers, and many became highly sought-after by collectors after the production of the series ended. The card is a small format (7 x 3.5 cm) and provides a glimpse into the early history of the advertising card as an art form.