Samuel "Sam" Newhall Crane, 2nd Base, Washington Nationals, from the Old Judge series (N172) for Old Judge Cigarettes 1887

This is a baseball card featuring Samuel "Sam" Newhall Crane, second baseman for the Washington Nationals, from the "Old Judge" series of trading cards. The card is a black-and-white photograph and was produced by Goodwin & Company in 1887 as part of a promotional campaign for Old Judge Cigarettes. Crane holds a baseball bat in a relaxed stance, showcasing the popular pastime of baseball and its connection with popular culture and advertising during the late 19th century. This card is a piece of Americana that reflects the rise of baseball as a national sport and the influence of brands on early sports memorabilia.