John Nelson Kerins, Catcher, Louisville Colonels, from the Old Judge series (N172) for Old Judge Cigarettes 1888

This 1888 baseball card, part of the "Old Judge" series, features John Nelson Kerins, a catcher for the Louisville Colonels. Created by Goodwin & Company, the card depicts Kerins in a classic baseball pose, holding a bat and ready to swing. This card is a prime example of the "baseball card" genre, which became popular in the late 19th century. The card's simple design, featuring a photograph of the player and the team's name, is typical of early baseball cards, making it a valuable artifact for collectors and enthusiasts of American baseball history.