Description: This rare photo negative featuring Elvis Presley's Karate history is a true gem for any collector who's a fan of his music and persona. Kang Rhee has passed away, but years ago he sold several negatives to Steve Black. With each negative he sent a signed letter, stating that these were original negatives. You get the hand signed letter, the COA that verifies the legitimatecy of the letter, the negative, and the negative slip/holder. All that is photographed is included ITEMS ARE CLEARER THAN THE PHOTOS I TOOK OF THEM 100% hand signed 100% certified 100% authentic 100% rare With a focus on his prowess in karate, the letter and negative showcases the King of Rock & Roll's athleticism and love for martial arts. The set is a must-have for any Elvis Presley fan who wants to own a piece of his legacy. Get your hands on this rare item today! Who are these folks? Kang Rhee: Karate Master Kang Rhee, who taught Elvis Presley martial arts, has died. Rhee trained in Kong Soo Do, Chang Mu Kwan, Kwon Bup, Kang Duk Won and Han Kuk Hap Ki Do in the 1950s and 60s. He started PaSaRyu Association in Memphis in 1966. Countless Memphians learned the martial arts at Rhees studio including martial artist Bill Superfoot Wallace and Elvis Presley. Elvis trained with Rhee from 1970-1974 in Memphis. Elvis was awarded the 8th degree black belt by Rhee in 1974. Elvis gave Rhee a custom deluxe Eldorado Cadillac. Elvis father Vernon purchased the car for Elvis, who used it as his personal car for 10 months before gifting it to Rhee. Rhee gave Elvis his karate nickname, Tiger. Rhee produced an annual charity karate championship that benefitted St. Jude Childrens Research Hospital. He was given the State of Tennessee Governors Award in 1988, won numerous Certificates of Appreciation from the City of Memphis Mayor and was named the Tennessee Ambassador of Goodwill in 2001. These items will ship promptly and securely from Enid, Oklahoma. Check out my other auctions as I am listing much of my friend Steve's lifetime collection of Elvis memorabilia.
Price: 499.99 USD
Location: Enid, Oklahoma
End Time: 2024-10-09T12:33:12.000Z
Shipping Cost: 9.99 USD
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All returns accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted
Industry: Music
Artist/Band: Elvis Presley
Original/Reproduction: Original
Genre: Rock & Pop
