1966-FD-40-OP-1-Avalon Ballroom-Grateful Dead Concert Poster-CGC Graded 8.5 RESTORED

closed on Friday, May 17, 2019

Final Auction Price
*Final prices include buyers premium
$390.00
Starting bid: $1.00

This poster has been professionally restored to offer the appearance and eye appeal of a Mint copy!

 

One of the most popular pieces of artwork promoting one of history's most beloved bands! It's the first Grateful Dead poster created by Victor Moscoso and it is commonly referred to as the Hippie Santa Claus. This striking Green and Red design announced a pair of late December shows at The Avalon featuring the Dead Steve Miller and Moby Grape.

 

Many collectors believe that posters graded 8.5 by CGC represent the best value in the marketplace today. See our blog dated 1/31/18 to learn why demand is currently skyrocketing.

 

Poster – Grateful Dead Avalon Ballroom   

Subtitle – Hippie Santa Claus

Catalog # FD-40

Grade – CGC 8.5 Restored

Band/Bill – Grateful Dead

Venue – Avalon Ballroom

City – San Francisco CA

Date – 12/23 & 24/66

Dimensions – 14” x 20”

Printing – OP-1 Original Pre-Concert First Printing

Artist – Victor Moscoso

Series/Promoter – Family Dog

Condition Details – This poster has been professionally restored to provide unbeatable eye appeal. Restoration includes: Color touch piece fill. View the detailed high res photo of this lot. Click on the thumbnail photo to see an enlarged photo. Click a second time on the magnifying glass in the upper right corner of the enlarged photo. A super high res image with every millimeter will now be clearly displayed. For a personalized eyewitness examination call 410-464-6180 11:00 am to 6:00pm eastern.

 

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