Grand Admiral, Austria, from the Naval Flags series (N17) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes Brands 1886 - 1891

This chromolithograph, "Grand Admiral, Austria," from the "Naval Flags" series for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes, showcases the Austrian Grand Admiral's flag. The card depicts a ship sailing on the water, with a flagpole bearing the Austrian flag. The flag itself is a tri-colored rectangle of red, white, and red, with a black eagle on a gold shield at the center. It represents the powerful Austrian navy during a time of widespread naval expansion. The card was one of a series of trading cards produced by Allen & Ginter to promote their cigarette brand, and is considered a valuable collectible for its historical significance.