1970's Elvis Presley Owned Mexican Sundial Jumpsuit "Companion" Ring – Unusual Large Round Ring with Wristwatch-Like Band

The offered ring was owned by Elvis Presley and was given to his cousin Patsy Presley. When Patsy sold the ring years ago, she recalled that a fan had sent it to Elvis with note that said the fan thought of Elvis in his "Mexican Sundial" jumpsuit when they found the ring in a jewelry store and thought it would be a perfect companion to the suit. The fan was RIGHT! The ring's large round face and its arrangement of clear stones was very reminiscent of Elvis' jumpsuit. The ring is accompanied by a letter from noted collector Tom Salva detailing his acquisition of it among other items he purchased from Patsy. The letter states,

The item listed and shown above has been in my personal Elvis Presley collection since 1988. I purchased this item, and many others, from Patsy Presley, Elvis Presley’s cousin who worked as secretary in the offices at Graceland for many years during Elvis’ career. The item was originally from a jewelry box from Elvis’ bedroom dresser. I purchased the jewelry box and all its contents from Patsy in 1988. While it didn’t contain any of Elvis’ ornate jewelry with diamonds and gold, etc., it did contain many rings, watches, money clips, cuff links, bracelets, pins and other items of this sort that were often gifted to Elvis by family, friends and even fans. Included below is a copy of the money order with which I purchased the items from Patsy Gambill (her married name at the time) as well as a color copy of the handwritten letter from Patsy, dated October 25, 1988, describing the jewelry box and what it meant to Elvis.

Also accompanying is a color copy of the original letter from Patsy Presley Gambill, as referenced in Tom's letter.  The ring face measures 1 3/16 inches in diameter, and the shanks are a unique watchband style that expands and contracts. It shows moderate wear and some mild patina. Excellent condition.