Category: Certifications

Platinum Certification ID: DfnkdPC-004 Collapse All Summary This vintage T-shirt has undergone a meticulous review by an authenticator (James A.), who has concluded that it is an authentic, 1940s "11034-XG Silver Gray" Harley Davidson T-shirt in an M size.  In 2020, the Harley-Davidson Museum described this shirt as "Harley-Davidson's first t-shirt," first manufactured in 1947. Because transporting this item across borders raised tariff concerns and risk of loss, the photos and documentation were supplied directly by the owner, Zack Bernstein (@zackbernstein.dmg). He was able to capture high-quality images and video, including the microscope-level shots necessary for our certifications. On Thursday, ... Read more

Standard Certification ID: DfnkdC-005 Collapse All Summary This vintage T-shirt has undergone a meticulous in-person examination by an authenticator (James A.), who has concluded that it is an authentic 1990s Vintage Nirvana In Utero Promo Photo T-shirt. Backstage Pass licensed it with a generic tag XL tag.  This T-shirt is in excellent condition. The only flaws appear to be fabric fade and print fade. This t-shirt has undergone the standard Defunkd certification process. Photos & Video Condition This item is Excellent+ condition. The following factors contributed to this grade: The fabric has a consistent, subtle fade, with certain areas that ... Read more

Platinum Certification ID: DfnkdPC-003 Collapse All Summary This vintage T-shirt has undergone a meticulous in-person examination by an authenticator (James A.), who has concluded that it is an authentic 1990s Vintage Canadian Nirvana Heart-Shaped Box T-shirt. It is licensed by Backstage Pass with an XL Sogo tag.  Due to this garment's condition, scarcity, and highly sought-after status - it qualifies for platinum Defunkd certification. This T-shirt is in excellent condition. The only flaws appear to be fabric fade and print wear. Photos & Video Condition This item is Excellent+ condition. The following factors contributed to this grade: The fabric has ... Read more

Standard Certification ID: DfnkdC-004 Collapse All Summary This vintage T-shirt has undergone a meticulous in-person examination by an authenticator (James A.), who has concluded that it is an authentic European Sonic Youth Sister LP t-shirt from the 1980s. The artwork features the entire design without censorship, as was the eventual fate of the physical album. This garment is in used condition and graded as Good/Worn. It has many flaws, yet it is in stable condition with plenty of wear life left. Photos   Condition This item is in Good/Worn condition, based on small holes and small marks primarly on the front of ... Read more

Standard Certification ID: DfnkdC-003 Collapse All Summary This vintage T-shirt has undergone a meticulous in-person examination by an authenticator (James A.), who has concluded that it is an authentic Mudhoney Sub Pop t-shirt from the 1980s. This garment is in used condition and graded as Fair/Worn, with many flaws, yet in stable condition with plenty of wear-life left. Photos Condition This item is in Fair/Worn condition. The following factors contributed to this grade: The garment has some faint yellowing and multiple areas of small yellow/brown marks on the arms, collar, and base. Which are darker on the back side. There are ... Read more