Card 679, Fanny Rice, from the Actors and Actresses series (N45, Type 1) for Virginia Brights Cigarettes 1885 - 1891

This is a trading card from the Actors and Actresses series produced by Allen & Ginter for Virginia Brights Cigarettes between 1885 and 1891. The card features Fanny Rice, a popular American comedienne, holding two white doves. This type of card was a popular promotional item in the late 19th century, often featuring images of famous personalities to help advertise the product. These cards are now highly sought after by collectors, and are considered an important artifact of American popular culture in the late 19th century.