The Gotta Have Rock & Roll Pop Culture Auction Winter 2021

Lot #124:

Elvis Presley Owned Crystal Glass Ashtray

Elvis Presley's personally owned crystal glass ashtray. This stunning round ashtray measures 7.5" in diameter. From the personal collection of renowned booking agent and promotional manager Irwin Pate. For over four decades Irwin Pate promoted talent all over the United States and internationally. During his career he and his wife Clarine obtained a large collection of personal clothing and articles belonging to numerous entertainers, including Elvis Presley. Irwin worked with Elvis and his manager Colonel Tom Parker several times in the 1970's. After Elvis passed away the Colonel gifted Irwin some articles that belonged to Elvis including this ashtray. It has remained in their collection up to the time of this auction. Very good condition. Comes with a letter of provenance from Irwin's wife Clarine Pate on Pate Booking Agency letterhead and a Gotta Have Rock and Roll Certificate of Authenticity.