The Rock & Roll Pop Culture Auction March 2020

Lot #18:

Elvis Presley Owned & Worn Diamond and Sapphire 14kt Gold Ring

Elvis Presley owned and worn diamond and black sapphire 14 kt gold ring. Black sapphires were a favorite of Elvis' and he was well-known for wearing them both on and off stage as well as gifting them to friends and family. Elvis gifted this ring to his close friend Charlie Hodge. Charlie first met Elvis when he was with a group called the Foggy Mountain River Boys. He and Elvis met again when Elvis was going to Germany for the Army. Elvis and Charlie became close friends and Charlie lived at Graceland in a converted apartment Elvis made for him and lived there until Elvis' passing n 1977. In addition to handling Elvis' guitars, Charlie was Elvis' stage director and sang harmony and played guitar on stage with him, as well as handing Elvis his scarves. He helped Elvis with the set lists for the shows and also appeared as an extra in many of his films. Very good condition. Comes with a letter of provenance from Charlie Hodge and a Gotta Have Rock & Roll® Certificate of Authenticity.