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Elvis Presley Owned & Worn Gold Tone/Plated Belrus Wrist Watch.
This gold tone/plated Benrus wrist watch was owned and worn by Elvis Presley. The watch came from one of Elvis' jewelry boxes that included assorted cufflinks, and other pieces of costume jewelry. After Elvis passed away, his manager Colonel Tom Parker gifted and sold some of the pieces.
Provenance: From the collection of renowned booking agent and promotional manager Irwin Pate, who worked in the music business for over four decades and amassed an incredible collection of celebrity owned and worn apparel over the years. Irwin promoted talent all over the United States, and during his career, he and his wife Clarine Pate worked with and came into contact with numerous entertainers. Irwin knew Elvis Presley and he was also good friends with the Colonel. Irwin worked with them several times over the years before Elvis passed away. After Elvis passed away the Colonel gifted and sold some of Elvis' clothing and accessories, including this watch. The watch remained safely in the Pate's collection for over 40 years.
Condition: Very good, vintage worn.
Authentication: Letter of Authenticity from Clarine Pate on Pate Booking Agency Letterhead and a Gotta Have Rock and Roll Certificate of Authenticity.