Vintage 1978 Grateful Dead Bertha Skull Roses Belt Buckle Kelly & Mouse L-200

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Vintage 1978 Grateful Dead “France Dead” Skull & Roses Belt Buckle by Kelly & Mouse Up for sale is an authentic, heavy-duty vintage Grateful Dead belt buckle from 1978. This is the sought-after L-200 model designed by legendary Grateful Dead artists Kelly & Mouse for T.M. Grateful Dead Productions (G.D.P.). Front Design: A highly detailed, raised pewter-style metal buckle featuring a grinning skull crowned with roses, surrounded by additional roses and leaves. Bold, stylized lettering reads “FRANCE” across the top and “DEAD” across the bottom — a unique and eye-catching variation of the classic Grateful Dead skull-and-roses (“Bertha”) motif. Back Markings: • T.M. GRATEFUL DEAD PRODUCTIONS • © KELLY & MOUSE G.D.P. 1978 • L-200 • MADE IN USA It includes the original-style belt loop/prong attachment (fully functional). This is a genuine piece of Grateful Dead memorabilia, made in the USA during the band’s peak touring era. These buckles were originally sold at shows and through official channels. They are highly collectible among Deadheads and vintage rock memorabilia enthusiasts. Condition: Excellent vintage condition with natural patina and light wear consistent with age (please review all photos closely). The front design is crisp and displays beautifully. The buckle is solid, heavy, and ready to wear or display. Dimensions: Approximately 3–3.5 inches in diameter (standard large buckle size for the era). Weighs roughly 5–6 oz. Perfect for: • Grateful Dead fans & collectors • Vintage rock memorabilia • Concert apparel / everyday wear • Gift for a Deadhead