Some of the most valuable jewelry ever worn by Elvis Presley have just hit the market — right in the week the artist would have turned 91. An impressive sapphire ring and a gold bracelet that belonged to the King of Rock are for sale at the traditional MS Rau auction house in New Orleans.
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According to Robb Report, the pieces were worn by Elvis at different points in his career and carry not only high material value but also significant historical weight. Both eventually became part of the MS Rau collection after passing through important collections linked to the singer’s legacy.
“Over the years, we’ve had the opportunity to offer some truly exceptional items that belonged to Elvis Presley,” said Bill Rau, gallery owner, in a statement to the publication. “His music and story continue to captivate the public, but Elvis’s personal style also remains absolutely iconic.”
The ring, made of 14-karat yellow gold — the artist’s favorite metal — was gifted to Elvis by his long-time bodyguard and confidant Dave Hebler during a performance in the summer of 1972. According to MS Rau, the piece was created especially for the stage, featuring a large synthetic blue sapphire at its center, designed to catch and reflect the intense stage lights, capturing the bold and extravagant look that defined that phase of the singer’s career.
Elvis was known for wearing statement rings, and the famous “Taking Care of Business” (TCB) model is perhaps the most remembered. Still, this sapphire ring stands out for its unique story: during a show, the ring began to slip off the artist’s finger, and he decided to hand it to Hebler in the middle of the performance. After the show, the bodyguard tried to return it, but Elvis insisted he keep the ring, saying it would bring him luck.
Engraved with the initials “EP,” the ring later passed to the collection of Chris Davidson, founder of the Elvis Presley Museum, before arriving at MS Rau. According to Rau, the proximity to the museum facilitates access to some of the most coveted items connected to the artist. The ring is currently for sale at $88,500.
The bracelet, made of 10-karat yellow gold, features a polished ID plate engraved with Presley’s name. Historical records show Elvis wore the piece in the mid to late 1950s before gifting it to Hebler during a meeting at his Graceland office. Like the ring, the bracelet was also part of Davidson’s collection and comes with an official letter of authenticity issued by his museum.
This detail becomes even more relevant at a time when Graceland representatives warn about the circulation of counterfeit collectible items linked to the singer. Davidson’s museum is the only one officially licensed by Elvis Presley Enterprises and the Graceland estate.
The bracelet is valued at $39,850, meaning both pieces can be purchased for less than $130,000. “When we manage to offer an authentic Elvis accessory, they tend to sell very quickly,” Rau emphasized.
For fans and collectors, the opportunity is rare. As the King himself would say: now or never.
Source: Robb Report. This content was created with the help of AI and reviewed by the editorial team.
