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Subject: Colonial period clothing

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Trade Card: Sternberg & Sherman, Clothiers, Newark, New JerseyTrade Card: Sternberg & Sherman, Clothiers, Newark, New Jersey

This trade card advertises Sternberg & Sherman, clothiers located at 249 Market Street in Newark, New Jersey. The front of the card depicts a man and a woman dressed in colonial-style clothing. The illustration is likely intended to evoke a sense of tradition and quality. The style suggests the card dates from the late 19th century. The back of the card features a full advertisement, but the details are described as 'Credit Confidential' suggesting that the specifics of their credit offerings were only available upon request.