Clarence Algernon "Cupid" Childs, 2nd Base, Syracuse Stars, from the Old Judge series (N172) for Old Judge Cigarettes 1888

This black and white photograph of Clarence Algernon "Cupid" Childs, a second baseman for the Syracuse Stars, is a collectible trading card from the Old Judge series, issued by Goodwin & Company in 1888. The card depicts Childs in a baseball uniform, mid-throw, and is a prime example of early baseball card collecting. The photograph was part of a series produced by Goodwin & Company, featuring prominent baseball players of the time. The card is a snapshot of 19th-century baseball culture and offers a glimpse into the lives of the players who paved the way for the sport's modern era.