Nicholson, 2nd Base, St. Louis Whites, from the Old Judge series (N172) for Old Judge Cigarettes 1888

This 1888 baseball card, part of the "Old Judge" series, features a photograph of T.C. Nicholson, a second baseman for the St. Louis Whites. The card, created by Goodwin & Company, utilizes a classic black and white style common to sports trading cards of the era. The card, currently housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, provides a snapshot into the early history of baseball, showcasing the attire and playing style of a bygone era.