Memorabilia
Elvis Memorabilia
Lot B249a; Catalogue p187
Two page schedule of the recording session for "Speedway" at MGM studios June 20 and 21, 1967. Lists the musicians and the songs recorded. On a page of "The Colonel" notepaper is a list of songs handwritten by Elvis in blue ink."Speedway" soundtrack album from Graceland. 8 x 5 inches note paper
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Lot B249b; Catalogue p187
...Another page, entitled "Pot Luck" and dated April 12, 1967, lists "Order of Appearance in Script", "Page Location in Script", and "Song and Performers", in three columns. There are a number of notes handwritten by Elvis in blue ink. 11 x 8.5 inches schedule.
Purchased at auction in 1999 for $7,000. Current Estimated Value: $16,000-20,000
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Read more: Elvis Handwritten Session Song List For "Pot Luck"
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Lot B46; Catalogue p124
Green check book showing 151 check stubs from October 14, 1961 to March 9, 1962. Some items and amounts include: Bel-Air Patrol, $20.40; Sahara Hotel, $2,152.33; Victor Hinig (haircut for Elvis), $30; Mr George Barris (custom work on Cadillac Limo), dep. of $2,000; and Harry Levitch Jewelers (purchase of wrist watch), $89.60.
Five light green checks signed by Elvis Presley. 9.25 x 12.25 inches check book. 5 x 8.125 inches checks. These checks are for personal and household expenses. During this time. Elvis was filming "Kid Galahad". This was the only Christmas he spent away from Memphis, except while he was in the army.
Purchased at auction in 1999 for $7,000.
Current Estimated Value: $20,000-25,000
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Read more: Elvis Check Book, Stubs, And Checks For California Expenses
From the Archives Of Graceland - Official Auction (1999)
(MGM Grand, Las Vegas, October 8-10, 1999)
I was fortunate to attend the Official Auction From the Graceland Archives held at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas, October 8-10, 1999. I made a number of significant purchases for my personal collection and also as an agent representing 3rd party buyers. Some of the items in my personal collection are detailed below for your information and enjoyment.
A number of Elvis accolytes, associates and celebrities attended the event, some purchasing items for themselves or bidding remotely via phone. I found myself competing with some industry high rollers such as Hard Rock Cafe, Planet Hollywood, and representatives of various celebrity Elvis friends, acquaintances and Elvis fans and collectors from around the world.
Whilst there I spent time with Wink Martindale (US TV Star) and Joe Esposito (Elvis' long time friend, road manager and best-man at his wedding to Priscilla) - who was kind enough to sign my Auction Catalogue...
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Concert Ticket Stubs Article Count: 3
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Contracts Article Count: 6
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Elvis Autographs
ElvisToday Private Collection Article Count: 7
Lake Tahoe Items Article Count: 1
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Wardrobe Article Count: 2
Items from Elvis Presley's private wardrobe