In a fascinating display of Hollywood history and cinematic nostalgia, Judy Garland’s ruby slippers, which she wore in the 1939 movie The Wizard of Oz, were recently auctioned off for a staggering $28 million. The auction, held at the renowned Dallas-based auction house Heritage Auctions, saw the iconic slippers rounded out to a remarkable $32.5 million after including buyer’s premium and taxes.
For a movie prop with a history as storied as Judy Garland’s ruby slippers, it’s auction inevitably garnered intense bidding in Dallas. Read More