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Item Description For sale is an original 1936 Godfrey Phillips cigarette card (#15) featuring Napoleon I. This specific card has been professionally graded and encapsulated by PSA as a VG-EX 4. History of the Set & Card: Issued in the United Kingdom in 1936, the "Famous Minors" series by Godfrey Phillips Ltd. consists of 50 cards. The set was designed to showcase celebrated historical figures who achieved significant fame or began their legendary paths while still "under age" (before the age of 21). These cards were originally included in tobacco packs as a marketing tool to encourage brand loyalty and "collecting fever" among consumers. The Figure: Napoleon Bonaparte (Napoleon I): This card depicts a young Napoleon Bonaparte, the future Emperor of the French. Before his rise to absolute power, Napoleon was a famously ambitious youth who excelled in military studies. He is one of the "key" historical figures in this set, alongside other prodigies like George Washington, Isaac Newton, and Mozart. Condition Notes (Based on Scan) PSA Grade: VG-EX 4 (Very Good-Excellent). Visuals: The card features vibrant, original color artwork. Details: As a PSA 4, the card shows light, honest wear consistent with its 90-year age. The centering is solid, and the image of the young Napoleon at his desk remains crisp and well-defined. Certification: PSA Case #71626290. Shipping & Handling Secure Protection: The graded slab will be placed inside a fitted team bag to prevent scuffing of the plastic holder. Packaging: Your item will be shipped in a padded bubble mailer