Caricatured Chinese figure, 1 Cash, from the series Coins of All Nations (N72, variation 1) for Duke brand cigarettes 1889

This trade card, designed by W. Duke, Sons & Co. in 1889, is part of the "Coins of All Nations" series, which was produced to promote Duke brand cigarettes. This specific card depicts a caricatured Chinese figure holding a large Chinese coin, the "cash," which was worth 1/10 of a cent. These cards were collected by consumers, who were eager to complete the series. The caricatured imagery reflects the Western fascination with and misrepresentation of other cultures during this period, highlighting the cultural exchange that occurred during the late 19th century. This card can be found in the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York.