Preliminary identification
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Overview
An officially licensed AC/DC cast metal belt buckle featuring the band's iconic Gothic-style lightning bolt logo in bold red and silver relief over a glossy black enamel background. Marked on the reverse with the copyright for Leidseplein Presse B.V., the band's holding company, and dated 2004.
Story
Created in 1977 by designer Gerard Huerta, the lightning-bolt logo was inspired by Gutenberg's Bible typeface. This 2004 buckle represents official rock merchandising at its peak.
Maker / Origin
Leidseplein Presse B.V. is the Netherlands-based holding entity established by AC/DC to manage their global intellectual property, trademarks, and merchandising rights. Through this entity, the band strictly controlled high-quality licensed apparel and accessories worldwide.
Condition & Value
Very good pre-owned condition with minor surface scuffs on the enamel and light wear to the back metal plating. Well-preserved finish keeps it fully wearable and collectible.
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Specialty auction or a focused dealer with buyers already in this lane.
Signed example with light edge wear and original frame.
Comparable format with stronger provenance and cleaner surface.
Smaller related piece with visible craquelure and trimmed margins.
Period match with softer condition and weaker subject matter.
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