George F. "Piano Legs" Gore, Center Field, New York, from the Old Judge series (N172) for Old Judge Cigarettes 1887

This 1887 baseball card from the Old Judge series features George F. "Piano Legs" Gore, center fielder for the New York Giants. The card, which is a small black and white photograph, shows Gore in his uniform with his glove outstretched as if he's about to catch a fly ball. Printed below the image is "GEORGE CORE, C. F. N. Y.'s." The card was printed by Goodwin & Company and is currently held by the Metropolitan Museum of Art. These small cards were given away with packs of Old Judge Cigarettes, which are a popular collectible today. The Old Judge series includes baseball players from the 19th century and features some of the biggest stars of the day. The cards showcase the history of baseball and are important artifacts for collectors and baseball fans.