The Gotta Have Rock and Roll Pop Culture Auction April 2021

Lot #98:

Elvis Presley Circa 1960's Owned and Worn Rust Suede Jacket

Elvis Presley's circa 1960's personally owned and worn rust suede jacket. Bearing the label, "International Fashion", this suede snap-front jacket with two snap button front pockets was worn frequently by Elvis as is evidenced by the wear, however it is still in excellent condition. Elvis gifted the jacket to his long-time close friend, employee, and "Memphis Mafia" inner-circle member. Fortas was Elvis's ranch foreman at the Circle G range, appeared with Elvis in many films as an extra and was with Elvis in the concert in the round segment for the famed 1968 NBC "Comeback" special. The jacket is accompanied by a letter of provenance from Alan Fortas who states that Elvis also wore this jacket at his Circle G Ranch while doing "chores". Although difficult to imagine, Elvis did consider himself a "gentleman rancher" when he owned the Circle G! Also comes with a Gotta Have Rock and Roll Certificate of Authenticity.