Col. Parker's Baume & Mercier Watch From Las Vegas Hilton

Col. Tom Parker's Baume & Mercier 18K Yellow Gold Tronosonic Watch From Las Vegas Hilton W/Letter From Priscilla Presley - This Baume & Mercier Tronosonic watch was gifted to Colonel Tom Parker by the Las Vegas Hilton Hotel. Elvis began performing at the Las Vegas Hilton (then known as the International Hotel) in 1969, and continued to perform at the hotel through its rebranding to the Las Vegas Hilton in 1971. The watch is made of 18k yellow gold and has a 38mm case with a gold link bracelet, and is engraved on the back "To Colonel from all your friends at the Las Vegas Hilton". This watch marks the importance of Las Vegas entertainment as we know it today. Elvis and the Colonel were responsible for establishing the bar for a truly unique Las Vegas entertainment experience. Elvis performed 58 consecutive sold out shows at the International Hotel beginning on July 31, 1969, and he continually broke his own attendance records upon his returns in February 1970, August 1970, and August 1972. This piece was acquired from the Lost Jewelry Collection of Elvis Presley and Col. Tom Parker, which was thought to have been lost for decades. The watch was found wrapped in an envelope from Colonel Parker's estate, which is included with the piece. This item, as with the entire Lost Jewelry Collection, has never been offered at auction or to the public. The piece will come with a letter from Ms. Priscilla Presley who has served as an expert consultant on this collection. Measurements: 7.5" inside circumference. Please note: The auction house has a financial interest in this lot. Announcements, descriptions, and disclosures can change up until the time the bidding ends on the item. (WEIGHT: 149.4 grams)