Elmer Ellsworth Cleveland, 3rd Base, New York, from the Old Judge series (N172) for Old Judge Cigarettes 1888

This is a vintage baseball card from the "Old Judge" series, featuring Elmer Ellsworth Cleveland, a third baseman for the New York team. It was produced by Goodwin & Company in 1888, depicting Cleveland in his uniform, throwing a ball, showcasing the player’s athleticism. The card is part of a larger series featuring baseball players, created as a promotional campaign for Old Judge cigarettes. The card is small, measuring 2 11/16 x 1 3/8 in. (6.9 x 3.5 cm), and is a great example of early baseball card design.