Elvis Presley Rare Gold Show Card withJSA COA Auto By Dave Hebler

  

ELVIS PRESLEY GOLD CARD COMMEMORATIVE - FRIENDS AND FAMILY SHOW CARD - RARE MEMENTO! This unique commemorative item celebrates one of Elvis Presley's proudest personal achievements-his promotion to 8th Degree Black Belt in Kenpo Karate, and the rare backstage showcard that he had distributed to those that he loved so much. On September 5, 1974, Elvis was officially promoted by Ed Parker, the founder of the International Kenpo Karate Association (IKKA), to the rank of 8th Degree Black Belt. To honor this milestone, Ed Parker presented Elvis with a gold ID card, identifying him as an Associate Master of the Arts (AMA) and IKKA member. Elvis loved it so much that he personally requested that others be made so he could give them to his friends and associates as keepsakes.

He later requested that a similar in style, gold Show Card be created that he could distribute to friends and family. You will get the letter from Dave Hebler, hand autographed. You will get the gold show card, and you will get a JSA certification of authentication that verifies that the autograph on the letter is genuine and valid. This item came directly from Elvis' former Bodyguard, Dave Hebler, and Dave has sent a letter stating this very thing. Dave Hebler has been a sought after self-defense instructor for over sixty years.

Hence, the reason why the world's greatest entertainer, Elvis Presley, chose Dave to be one of his bodyguards in his personal entourage known as the Memphis Mafia from 1972-76. Dave became an integral part of Elvis's life after the two met at Ed Parker's American Kenpo studio in California. Later, Dave became Elvis's personal Kenpo instructor for several years.

Besides being best known as one of the Memphis Mafia members and Elvis's bodyguard, Dave has a 10th degree black belt in Kenpo karate. One of the true pioneers of American Kenpo Karate, Dave began his martial arts journey under the late Senior Grandmaster and Founder of American Kenpo Karate, Ed Parker, in 1959. Dave is a member of three Hall of Fames: Masters Hall of Fame in 2010, Kenpo Karate Hall of Fame in 2016, and Hall of Fame South America Martial Arts in 2018. Dave travels the world not only speaking about his years with Elvis, but is also a four-time author, gives lectures and workshops on self-defense and assault prevention.

When not traveling, Dave resides in Wichita Falls, TX. ELVIS AND THE MARTIAL ARTS. Elvis Presley's love for martial arts ran deep. He began training in 1958 while stationed in Germany with the U.

Army and continued practicing for the rest of his life. Karate was more than a hobby-it was a discipline that brought Elvis focus, confidence, and personal fulfillment. He trained under several masters, but none was more influential than Ed Parker, who became a close friend and mentor.

Parker often traveled with Elvis and served as his personal bodyguard during tours. Elvis took his training seriously and practiced regularly, even building a private dojo at Graceland. Another key figure in Elvis's martial arts journey was Dave Hebler, one of his top karate instructors and a member of the Memphis Mafia. Hebler helped Elvis prepare for public demonstrations and was often seen accompanying him during appearances.

Like Parker, Hebler recognized Elvis's dedication to the martial arts and his desire to promote its values. According to Dave Hebler, On September 5, 1974, Elvis was promoted to 8th degree black belt. To commemorate this occasion, Elvis was presented with a gold ID card stating that he was a member of the International Kenpo Karate Association (IKKA) and entitled to the rank of 8th degree black belt. Elvis loved this card so much that he asked Dave to design a special gold ID card especially for him. This card would recognize and identify the various members of his staff, band, family, and friends of his shows.

Elvis gave his approval and signature on the design. Dave had copies made for various members of Elvis's shows. Reproduction - just like the ones Elvis had made for his friends.

Perfect for Elvis collectors, martial artists, and pop culture fans. This is a rare opportunity to own a piece that commemorates Elvis's serious dedication to karate-a side of him that many fans admire, but few fully understand. A great display item and conversation starter!

This item is part of the Steve Black memorabilia collect that I have been helping him part with for the last several years.