Denmark, from the International Cards series (N238), issued by Kinney Bros. 1888

This is a chromolithograph card from the "International Cards" series produced by the Kinney Bros. Tobacco Company in 1888. The card depicts Christian IX, King of Denmark, with the Danish flag and an elephant, a symbol of the Order of the Elephant, the highest order of chivalry in Denmark. The card's vibrant colors, intricate details, and interesting subject matter make it a fine example of late 19th-century chromolithography. These cards were distributed with Kinney Brothers’ tobacco products and are today popular collectibles, offering a glimpse into the history of both tobacco advertising and the Danish monarchy.