Rhode Island, from the Industries of States series (N117) issued by Duke Sons & Co. to promote Honest Long Cut Tobacco 1889

This chromolithograph, created by W. Duke, Sons & Co. in 1889, is part of the *Industries of States* series promoting *Honest Long Cut Tobacco*. It depicts a female figure, likely representing Rhode Island, leaning on the state's coat of arms, featuring an anchor symbolizing the state's maritime history. The image also showcases factories in the background, highlighting the state's industrial significance in the late 19th century. This type of trade card, commonly used for advertising in the 19th century, offers a glimpse into the historical relationship between tobacco consumption and industrial development.