The Grateful Dead formed in 1965 and became a cultural institution that lasted for over half a century. Combining rock and roll, folk and jazz, with avant-garde, visual and literary traditions – they became one of the most popular, enduring and influential bands in American history.
The box packaging is printed on old letterpress machines dating back to the 1960s – with six layers of vibrant colour, embossed for a unique tactile feel. The front shows the Skull & Roses in the center, with custom composition around it.
With the unmistakable Steal Your Face logo in the middle, the back design encompasses images that Dead Heads have known and loved for decades. The turtles play their melody and the dancing bears sway to every note. The aces also feature a stunning full-art design, with logos and mascots that are firmly established in the band’s history.
The figures are simply stunning. Continuing the use of iconic logos and mascots – bears, turtles and skeletons are prominently featured in vivid detail. Every inch of the deck is fully customized, including the font style and design of each individual color.
Every aspect of the cards is 100% made in America, using FSC-certified hemp fiber paper in the packaging of the case. The cards are securely sealed on the inside with an ivory matte adhesive stamp with Stealie’s skull.