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3:00 AM PT - Feb 25th, 2012
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THE KING'S CROWN - This one of a kind piece of rock and roll memorabilia is a model of Elvis Presley’s teeth together with a crown made for the star made by former memphis dentist Henry J Weiss. Weiss, who was Presley’s dentist until 1971 affectionately called the crown the “King’s Crown.” The model and crown is accompanied by five letters of authenticity from the wife/sons of the dentist and Joe Esposito, Presley's road manager. The model of the King’s teeth is encased in a custom glass display.
Dr. Henry Weiss, whose offices were located in the 430 Dermon Building in downtown Memphis did any and all dental work including the preparation of a porcelain crown for Elvis’ front tooth. Dr. Weiss always kept an extra crown on the model of Elvis Presley’s teeth in the event that he might chip or crack his crown. In February of 1971, Elvis cracked his crown on a microphone while performing at the International Hotel, currently known as the Hilton Hotel – Las Vegas. Dr. Weiss’ son, S. Lewis Weiss, flew a replacement crown to Las Vegas. Dr. Henry Weiss was born on Christmas day, 1907 and died December 11, 1990. He graduated from the University Of Tennessee College Of Dentistry with a DDS Degree in 1931. He practiced dentistry in Memphis for 57 years and was a recipient of the Tennessee Dental Association’s Fellowship Award. ImagesClick on thumbnails to see larger images:
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