Elvis Memorabilia

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Author: Ian C Brodie

Are you an Elvis freak? Do you feel caught in a trap out of which you can't walk out? A trap of searching for all things Elvis? You are not alone. Some people will have suspicious minds about your addiction to Elvis memorabilia, but others will empathize. And by those others, I mean the millions of Elvis collectors all over the globe. For years anything remotely to do with Elvis has been hugely popular. Today, Elvis collectibles are just as popular as they ever were.

Memorabilia options are extremely numerous. You can get things that are cute, funny and of course very expensive. At a 2009 auction consisting of items from Elvis' personal stuff, a 14K gold ring with diamonds and the face of an owl sold for $40,000. Also sold to the highest bidder was a blue and gold jumpsuit with cape which Elvis had worn in a 1972 Madison Square Garden concert. This item was bid up to $210,000.

Not all pieces of Elvis history are so overwhelming to the pocketbook. Savvy shopping on online auction and retail sites, careful sifting through yard and garage sale items and another visit to that cluttered and dusty attic of yours all just might result in an impressive haul.

Two hugely popular pieces of memorabilia are autographs and records. An authentic Elvis signature on a record cover, magazine article or poster is often quite valuable and is difficult to get outside of an auction. Since there are so many Elvis recordings, collecting 45 records and albums can seem endless. A lot of folks like to hang their Elvis records or otherwise display them rather than actually play them.

Do you worry that you will be cold on a winter night? Or in a cold Kentucky rain? Do not fear! Elvis has you covered-literally. There is a plethora of bedding, blankets, throws, fleeces, and quilts, featuring the face of The King, to keep you warm. Many times they come in their own collector's storage tins. Of course you can't forget the pillows. Elvis is on a large number of pillows too. What better way to get a good rest at the airport during a layover than by resting your head on a comfy Elvis travel pillow?

Perhaps you have a child who carries the torch for the latest generation of Elvis fans. Well, what kid wouldn't be in seventh heaven if given an official Elvis lunchbox? For true devotees, you can get the pink "Love Me Tender" model with a matching thermos. After school, why not let your son or daughter invite his or her friends over for a spirited game of Elvisopoly?

No matter how many pieces you have in your collection, you will likely always feel as though you need something else. A clock is always a good idea. How about an alarm clock with the face of your beloved Elvis on the dial? Or for the more distinguished clock owner, there is a pendulum clock with Elvis' legs acting as the pendulums. Something a little more subtle to think about is the Elvis fan cord figurine. Attach it to the fan pull cord and tada! Elvis cools off the room.

There is nothing unreasonable about having a burning love for Elvis memorabilia. Presley was an icon of music culture and still is today. His legend will continue to live for generations to come.