James Francis "Pud" Galvin, Pitcher, Pittsburgh, from the Old Judge series (N172) for Old Judge Cigarettes 1887

This is a baseball card from the "Old Judge" series, created by Goodwin & Company for Old Judge Cigarettes in 1887. The card depicts James Francis "Pud" Galvin, a pitcher for the Pittsburgh Alleghenys baseball team. The card is a portrait of Galvin, standing in his baseball uniform, holding a bat. It is printed on a small card, measuring just 2 11/16 x 1 3/8 inches, and features the "Old Judge" logo in the top right corner. This type of collectible card became popular in the late 19th century, promoting the brand and providing fans with images of their favorite players. The Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York holds this card in their collection, offering insight into the history of sports and advertising.