Trade Card: Benjamin Israel, Clothing and Fancy Goods, Philadelphia

This trade card advertises Benjamin Israel's business located at 806 Arch Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card (Image 1) shows an illustration featuring a design element suggestive of clothing or textiles, and an unusual punched-out section that may have been designed for needlework or a similar craft. The back of the card (Image 2) is blank. The card's design and style suggest an early date, consistent with the approximate date of 1875.

Associated People/Businesses

• Benjamin Israel (Firm)
• Israel, Ben

Geography

• Philadelphia

Subjects

• Advertising cards
• Clothing trade
• Advertising
• Jewish merchants

Physical Location

Arc.MS.56, Box 13, Folder 13