Description

The History of the Set: A Royal Collection: This card is part of the prestigious 50-card master set titled "Kings & Queens of England," which chronicles the British monarchy from 1066 to 1935. The 1935 Series: Released in 1935, this set was issued by John Player & Sons (a branch of the Imperial Tobacco Co.) to celebrate English royal heritage. Adhesive Backing: Unlike standard cards of the era, this series was printed with a special adhesive backing. This allowed 1930s collectors to "Ask your Tobacconist for the attractive album (Price One Penny)" and easily stick them into the dedicated slots. The History of George I: Succession of the Stuarts: George I (Reigned 1714–27) succeeded Queen Anne as the Protestant heir of the Stuarts. Royal Portraiture: The front of the card features a vibrant color illustration based on the famous painting from the studio of Sir G. Kneller, now housed in the National Portrait Gallery. A "Stranger" King: Despite reigning for over a decade, George I remained a stranger to many of his subjects, famously never learning the English language. Condition Notes Authentic Vintage Condition (Ungraded) Front: Features a rich, detailed portrait of George I in full royal regalia. The colors remain vibrant for a card nearly 90 years old. Back: Contains a detailed historical biography of the King's reign and is clearly marked as No. 37 in the series. Wear: This card shows honest wear including slightly rounded corners and surface aging consistent with its age. As an adhesive-back card, the reverse shows the original glue-ready surface. Why Add This to Your Collection? Monarchical Heritage: A genuine artifact documenting the transition to the House of Hanover. Pre-War Ephemera: These cards were a primary source of history and entertainment in British households during the mid-1930s. Player's Legacy: John Player & Sons was a pioneer of the cigarette card "Golden Age," and this set is considered one of their most iconic educational releases. Shipping & Handling: Your card will be treated with professional care. It will be secured in a protective toploader and shipped in a reinforced bubble mailer via tracked shipping to ensure it arrives in the exact condition described.