Venezuela, 1/2 Real, from the series Coins of All Nations (N72, variation 2) for Duke brand cigarettes 1889

This colorful lithograph, "Venezuela, 1/2 Real," is part of the "Coins of All Nations" series of trading cards issued by W. Duke, Sons & Co. in 1889 for Duke brand cigarettes. The card features a caricature of a man wearing a wide-brimmed hat and a red robe with a cross, holding a rosary and giving a thumbs up. The design includes the image of a Venezuelan half-real coin. This humorous illustration exemplifies the popular trend of collectible trading cards in the late 19th century.