Up for sale is an authentic, vintage Grateful Dead Bean Bear featuring "Bertha." Released in 1998 by Liquid Blue, this classic Generation 1-era plush is a staple for any deadhead collector.
This vibrant red bear features contrasting black ears, eyes, and nose, complete with a deep blue jagged collar.
Product Details & Authenticity:
Hang Tag: Includes the original green cardstock "Bertha" hang tag. The back features her 5/30/71 Winterland birthday and a great "Tour Memory" about John Belushi doing cartwheels on stage during an encore at the Capitol Theatre in Passaic, NJ.
Tush Tags: Both original cloth tush tags are intact, crisp, and fully legible. The main tag shows the official Steven Smith Stuffed Animals Inc. (Brooklyn, NY) copyright, and the under-tag lists the fabric and PVC pellet content information.
Condition Notes:
This plush is in excellent, clean collector condition. It has been stored carefully in a smoke-free environment. The red plush fur is bright and soft, the details are secure, and the hang tag is firmly attached. The hang tag shows only minor, typical edge wear from storage but remains uncreased and crisp. Please see the high-resolution photos for the exact item you will receive.