Gifted to Dodie Marshall after the filming of Easy Come, Easy Go in 1967..
Bonhams Fine Watches online sale on April 20-30 showcases a vintage Baume & Mercier 14k gold and diamond moon shape watch, circa 1967, presented to actress Dodie Marshall (b.1934) by Elvis Presley (1935-1977) in 1967 after the filming of Easy Come, Easy Go. The unusual asymmetric design, reminiscent of a crescent moon, is engraved on the caseback From Elvis Presley to Dodie Marshall my great treasure my greatest love Elvis. Elvis gave the watch to Ms Marshall as a token of affection for her and she went on to wear it for many years. The watch has remained in the ownership of Dodie Marshall and is being offered from her private estate. The timepiece has an estimate of US$4,000-6,000.
Elvis Presley was renowned for his love of watches and jewelry, not only wearing them he also liked to give them as gifts. His preference seemed to be for gold, diamonds, and sapphires, and he was known to have gifted inscribed Baume & Mercier watches over the years to a select few. The timepiece on offer is a great example, gifted ahead of his wedding to Pricilla in Vegas in 1967. Founded in Geneva in 1918, Baume & Mercier were considered a prestigious and high- quality watch brand known for their craftsmanship and luxury and in the 1960s, were highly sought after timepieces.
Dodie Marshall is an American actress who grew up in the USA where she took singing and acting lessons before heading to Hollywood where she appeared in front of the camera for the first time in 1964. She went on to appear in film and television productions between 1964 and 1967 including the Paramount Pictures musical comedy film Easy Come, Easy Go (1967) where Dodie Marshall played Elvis’ love interest Jo Symington, as well as Spinout (1966) and The Man from U.N.C.L.E. (1964).
Nate Borgelt, Bonhams Head of Watches department in America, commented: “Bonhams New York Fine Watches online sale includes some important and sought after lots, the timepiece gifted by Elvis Presley to co-star Dodie Marshall is an exciting watch to come to market for the first time. The wristwatch is dedicated to Dodie on the back of the watch as well as on the screen actors guild charm on the bracelet. The piece has great provenance coming from the private estate of Dodie Marshall. Additionally, the sale includes a rare Rolex Daytona Cosmograph ‘Paul Newman’ reference 6262/6239 watch, circa 1972, produced in limited numbers, it is a rarity for both timepieces to come to auction and we hope they garner much attention and excitement among horologist enthusiasts.”
