This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 4/8/2023
Rising Tie Gimmick. London: Jon Martin, 1963. Secret device meant for installation in a necktie; when activated, the tie rises up off the wearer’s chest as if pulled by an invisible thread. Precision made by Martin in his trademark aluminum. Hallmarked. Length 13 ¾”. With a signed letter of provenance from the former owner, Bobby Bernard, explaining that he hired Martin to create this gimmick for him. Scarce.