Offered is an incredible Elvis Presley Owned and worn "Chieftain" Gold and Diamond Ring Given to His Karate Instructor Ed Parker. Parker, who developed the Kenpo Karate system, was a teacher and friend to Presley. Presley gave a number of gifts to Parker, including this ring.

Accompanied by a letter of authenticity from Parker which reads "In late 1960 Elvis Presley attended a karate demonstration that was giving at the Beverly Wilshire Hotel in California.
Elvis had attended unbeknownst to me until I was informed later.
Elvis apparently liked what he saw and we both immediately bonded and developed a life long friendship. I grew to love Elvis as a brother over the years. I began teaching Elvis on and off for the remainder of his life, eventually accompanying him on his tours to be there to protect him.
Elvis and I became life long friends and over the years Elvis gave me many generous gifts. Among the many things was this Indian chieftan ring featuring one emerald accent, diamonds in the eyes and pave' diamonds in the chieftan's headdress. I have cherished this ring since Elvis gave it to me. I hope you will enjoy it as much as I have."

The Size 10 1/2 ring features a round emerald accent on the headdress of the figure, weighing approximately .02 cts., and 15 full-cut round diamonds totaling approximately .75 cts. The photographs shown here show Elvis wearing what could be this very ring--the shape and size are compelling. Near Mint condition