Hi Jennifer,

Thank you for contacting Mearto with your appraisal inquiry.
Grateful Dead t-shirts have become legendary, representing the band’s unique fusion of rock, folk, and psychedelic music, while also symbolizing the sense of community among their devoted fanbase, known as "Deadheads." These shirts often feature vibrant, surreal imagery, like the iconic “Steal Your Face” skull logo, dancing bears, or skeletons. Known for their intricate, eye-catching designs and bold colors, they evoke the improvisational spirit of the band's live performances. Over time, Grateful Dead t-shirts have evolved into cherished collectibles and timeless expressions of counterculture, embodying both the music and the laid-back, free-spirited ethos of the Grateful Dead experience.

The market for these is driven in particular by nostalgia and it's not uncommon for GD shirts to sell at auction / to have a fair-market value of between $50-75 each, depending on condition. Since you mention these are unworn, each would have a value of $75-90.

If you are considering selling these, I would recommend selling them in smaller groups, or just two or three, since there may be a smaller number of people wanting to buy such a large number of shirts.

Based on the photos and information provided, and subject to examination, this is:

An assorted group of 10 vintage Grateful Dead t-shirts
circa 1980s
all size XL
CONDITION: client warrants these are in un-worn condition
PROVENANCE: Inherited
$ 750-900 for the group*
*represents a fair-market value for auction purposes; retail or asking price may vary.

Please let us know if you have additional items to appraise, or questions/concerns, and thank you again for using Mearto.
~ Delia