St. Louis, from the City Flags series (N6) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes Brands 1887

This trade card from the *City Flags* series, created by Allen & Ginter in 1887, depicts the city flag of St. Louis, Missouri. Featuring the city seal with a steamboat on the Mississippi River and an image of the Eads Bridge, the card was likely distributed as a promotional item for Allen & Ginter's brand of cigarettes. This visually rich card provides a glimpse into the visual culture of the late 19th century, capturing the spirit of industrialization and urban development in St. Louis.