Miss Ruth Stetson, from the Actors and Actresses series (N45, Type 1) for Virginia Brights Cigarettes 1885 - 1891

"Miss Ruth Stetson, from the Actors and Actresses series" is a collectible card from the late 19th century, produced by Allen & Ginter for Virginia Brights Cigarettes. The card features a black and white photograph of Miss Stetson, a performer of the era, posed in a theatrical costume. This card, like others in the series, was included in packs of cigarettes as a promotional item. The card's small size and the photographic medium are characteristic of the "trade card" genre, a popular form of advertising during this period.