Elvis' 48 Humes Library Card Up For Auction (Again)!
*Note: The Kings Ransom owns what is the earliest known signature of EP. It is also a library card from Milan Junior High School in Tupelo, where a 12 year old Elvis took out the book, "English Fairytales".
Other items include:
Elvis Presley "Doncha' Think It's Time" Experimental Disc 1 of 2 (1976). RCA's Indianapolis plant made just two copies of this particular title when testing a process whereby all label information is actually stamped, or embossed, right into the vinyl itself, rather than printed on paper and affixed to the disc during the stamping procedure. The result is slightly raised lettering, somewhat similar to Braille. While both sides of the disc play the original 1958 Elvis hit, the "label" imprint is for "One For the Money," a 1976 Soul single by the Whispers -- a convenient hit record being produced at that same time. This experiment did not give the intended result and the idea was immediately scrapped. Estimate: $3,000 - up
WCUE Elvis Presley Concert Tickets and Letter (1956-58). Elizabeth (Libby) Ann Williams won two tickets to see Elvis Presley perform in Cleveland, Ohio on Friday, November 23, 1956. Here is her original letter from Akron radio station WCUE announcing her win, the two ticket stubs, plus two baggage claim stubs from her Greyhound bus trip, the paper envelope that contained the tickets (with Libby's penciled notations), plus an envelope and card announcing her fourth place win in a later WCUE Elvis contest. Some of the items have tape residue; overall condition is Good to Very Good. Estimate: $1,000 - up.Opening bid 500 US Dollars
Ann-Margret and Other Elvis Girls Autograph Group. Includes b&w 8" x 10" photos signed by Ann-Margret, Deborah Walley, Cynthia Pepper (with Hugh Hefner's autograph on the reverse), and Suzanna Leigh, plus a photocopy of the final draft script for Follow That Dream (120 pages, dated May 29, 1961) inscribed and signed on the front cover by Anne Helm, with a b&w 8" x 10" promo still also signed by Helm bound with the script. Items are in Excellent condition. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA. Estimate: $600 - up. Opening bid 300 US Dollars
Elvis Presley Framed Photo Inscribed to George Klein (1958). Elvis never looked more like the King of Rock and Roll than during his Jailhouse Rock period, and this promotional photo was taken during the filming of that most classic of Presley films. We've never seen another autographed copy, which increases the "Wow!" factor of an already desirable treasure! But that's not all! The inscription is to Elvis' lifelong friend, George Klein, who had received the photo from MGM Studios in 1957, then had Presley sign it the night before he departed for service in the US Army on March 24, 1958. The oversized 10" x 12" is in stunning color, and Elvis' inscription is personal and playful, beginning "DJ uh..." mimicking Klein's own signature radio salutation, "This is DJ...uh, GK...". Klein had it in his personal collection more than 40 years. The photo is professionally mounted on a backing board, and professionally matted and framed to an overall size of 17" x 20". Comes with a handwritten letter of provenance from Klein, dated July 18, 2000. Requires third party shipping. Estimate: $8,000 - up. Opening bid 6,000 US Dollars.
Elvis Presley Blue Hawaii Contact Sheets. Set of 46 b&w 8" x 10" contact sheets featuring images taken on the set of the 1961 musical-comedy. Never been seen or published before! Each sheet bears approximately one dozen images, including shots of Elvis, Joan Blackman, Angela Lansbury, Howard McNear, director Norman Taurog, and others. All have date stamps on the back ranging from April 24- May 4, 1961. In overall Very Fine to Excellent condition. Estimate: $600 - up. Opening bid 300 US Dollars.
Elvis Presley's Hits - The Sheet Music Collection (1956-63). Spectacular collection of sheet music of tunes from Elvis' most prolific and important recording years. This one has it all, virtually all of his biggest hits of the era plus obscure soundtrack tunes and B-sides, most with gorgeous photos of Elvis on the front. There are 158 songs represented, with alternate versions of many, resulting in a binder count of some 180 sheets! They are in remarkable condition, averaging Near Mint, and neatly displayed alphabetically with dividers in a sturdy dark green binder. Also includes an index of songs represented. The binder shows some wear consistent with age, but has protected the precious sheet music for decades, and it will be an impressive addition to any bookshelf. From "A Big Hunk O' Love" to "(You're the) Devil in Disguise" -- A to Z (well, to Y at least!). It's Elvis' music as you've never seen it! Go to HA.com to review the song index and the binder. Estimate: $5,500 - up. Opening bid 2,700 US Dollars.
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http://entertainment.ha.com/common/auction/catalog.php?SaleNo=7022&ic=homepage_catalog
Auction Details:
Location: Beverly Hills, CA
Heritage Auctions - Beverly Hills
9478 West Olympic Blvd., 1st Floor
Beverly Hills, CA 90212
Auction Dates: November 13-14, 2010
Lot Viewing: November 10-13, 2010 Beverly Hills, CA
Many of the Elvis items are from the August auction at the Peabody in Memphis.
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