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Gladys and Elvis — A Mothers' Day Commemorative Stamp ?

Posted on October 1, 2011 by | Leave a comment

Did you see the news earlier this week that the US Postal Service has changed its rules and will now consider stamp designs that feature people who are still alive. According to the Postmaster General, “This change will enable us to pay tribute to individuals for their achievements while they are still alive to enjoy the honor.” Continue reading →

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Al Wertheimer Reflects on Photographing “The Kiss”

Posted on August 20, 2011 by | Leave a comment

No matter what network you watch the news on, you probably saw a feature two weeks ago about the newly revealed identity of the girl in “The Kiss,” Alfred Wertheimer’s iconic Elvis photo. She is Charleston, SC resident Barbara (Bobbi) Gray, who is now 75. “The Kiss” was photographed in 1956, so it took 55 years for her identity to be revealed. Continue reading →

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Elvis' Fabulous Rings

Posted on May 29, 2011 by | 2 Comments

The next time you look at concert photos of Elvis in his jumpsuits, check out his fingers. You will note that he usually has three or four rings on each hand. Elvis must have really loved rings, but he was also very generous with them and gave many away. Because of that, quite a few have ultimately ended up at rock and roll memorabilia auctions. Continue reading →

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More Interesting Items at the Last Elvis Auction

Posted on May 21, 2011 by | Leave a comment

Two weeks ago, we took at look at Elvis’ personal and movie clothing that sold at the recent Gotta Have It auction. Here is a look at several other interesting items. Continue reading →

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Elvis Clothing at the Most Recent Auction

Posted on May 8, 2011 by | Leave a comment

If you like to follow auctions of rock and roll memorabilia, some of the best are presented by Gotta Have It. Bidding ended March 25 on their Rock & Roll Pop Culture Auction, and it contained about a hundred Elvis items. Continue reading →

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Elvis Mr. Potato Head, Part 2 and 3

Posted on October 31, 2010 by | Leave a comment

Most Elvis websites and blogs noted the announcement of Elvis Mr. Potato Head back in June. Some were actually hostile to the idea, but I liked it and said so. I may be old, but I like my Elvis toys, and this is a good one. Continue reading →

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Two Very Rare, Weird, and Valuable Elvis Records

Posted on August 7, 2010 by | 2 Comments

I started collecting record albums back in the 80s when CDs took over as the dominant music format. When people bought CD players and started building CD libraries, their old LPs and 45s languished in disinterest. Ultimately, many people sold their record collections at garage sales. For years, I was a regular Saturday morning scavenger, hitting as many garage sales as possible, looking for records. Continue reading →

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The Graceland Stained Glass that Really Isn't… and the Elvis Stained Glass that Really is

Posted on July 25, 2010 by | Leave a comment

Earlier this week there was a story in the Memphis Commercial Appeal about the discovery of four stained glass panels that were once part of a set with those in the Meditation Garden at Graceland. Continue reading →

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Julien's — Another June Auction of Elvis Memorabilia

Posted on June 27, 2010 by | Leave a comment

I follow the Elvis collectibles offered at Julien’s Auctions, and it is getting to be an annual spectator sport. Continue reading →

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Mr. Potato Head Elvis — Yikes!

Posted on June 13, 2010 by | Leave a comment

I told my wife that they were coming out with an Elvis Mr. Potato Head, and she replied, “Oh God, what’s next.” I think I have the answer to that question, but first let’s take a look at the latest in themed Elvis collectibles. Continue reading →

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