#8270 • Liberace's 14K Cat Ring Purchased as Gift

Part of Legends of Hollywood & Music Auction (timed auction by GWS Auctions)

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Status: Sold

Est. $30,000-$32,000 Liberace's Solid 14K Yellow Gold & Chalcedony Cat Ring Made For His Business Manager W/Letter of Provenance on Liberace Stationery (Never Previously Offered At Auction) - This ring was purchased as a gift by the legendary American entertainer, Liberace. Liberace had this ring made for his personal friend and long time business manager Lucille Cunningham, who had a deep love of cats. The ring is made of solid 14k yellow gold, and is in the form of a cat's head. The piece shows wonderful attention to detail, and is finished with cabochon chalcedony eyes. The piece has a luxurious design which gives a glimpse at the flamboyant lifestyle of "Mr. Showmanship". This ring will be accompanied by a letter of provenance from a former employee of Liberace and personal friend of Lucille Cunningham, who stated that the ring was passed on through her will upon her passing. The piece will also be accompanied by a letter from Tim McKenna, who was the recipient of the ring and later passed it on to his son. (WEIGHT: 24.5 grams) Liberace (born Wadziu Valentino Liberace, 1919-1987) was an American pianist, singer, and actor. His career spanned four decades of concerts, recordings, television and motion pictures, and endorsements. During the time of his fame from the 1950's to the 1970's, Liberace was the highest-paid entertainer in the world.