Edward James "Big Ed" Delahanty, 2nd Base, Philadelphia, from the Old Judge series (N172) for Old Judge Cigarettes 1889

This 1889 trading card from the "Old Judge" series features Edward James "Big Ed" Delahanty, a second baseman for the Philadelphia Phillies. The card, created by Goodwin & Company, depicts Delahanty in a baseball uniform, holding a bat. The "Old Judge" series, produced by Goodwin & Company, aimed to capitalize on the growing popularity of baseball in the late 19th century. The card, a part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art's collection, is a valuable piece of baseball history, highlighting a key player from the sport's early days.