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This is an original 1990s Nirvana band T-shirt printed on a Turbo Gadget blank, a tag commonly associated with underground and independent music merchandise during the early–mid 1990s Turbo Gadget shirts are known within collector circles for their non-mainstream distribution, often produced in limited regional runs rather than mass-market retail releases. Nirvana is among the most bootlegged bands in history, yet early Turbo Gadget examples remain sought after for their period-correct construction, printing style, and authentic aging. This piece shows heavy, natural wear consistent with three decades of age, including pinholes and distressing that developed organically over time. The fade and fabric breakdown align with original 1990s cotton blanks, not modern reprints. This is not a reproduction or modern revival piece. It is an era-correct vintage garment, valued for its raw authenticity rather than pristine condition. Ideal for: • Serious Nirvana collectors • Grunge historians • Archive band-tee enthusiasts • Buyers who value originality over perfection ⸻ 🔹 AUTHENTICITY POSITIONING • Original vintage piece • Correct 1990s era • Turbo Gadget blank (period-correct underground print tag) • Not a modern reprint ⸻ 🔹 MEASUREMENTS (IN INCHES) • Chest (pit to pit): 22 inches • Length (shoulder to hem): 27 inches ⸻ 🔹 CONDITION Distressed vintage condition. Multiple pinholes and fabric wear present, consistent with age and use. Fade and wear are authentic and archival, not artificially created. Condition reflects originality — not damage from misuse.
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