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Judy Garland's Ruby Slippers Sell for Record $28 Million at Auction
Iconic ruby slippers from 'The Wizard of Oz' sold for $28 million at auction, breaking records and highlighting their storied past and cultural significance.
Boston GlobeJudy Garland's ruby slippers from 'Wizard of Oz' fetch $28 million at auction
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Business InsiderRuby slippers worn by Judy Garland in 'The Wizard of Oz' sell for a record $28 million at auction
The GuardianDorothy’s Wizard of Oz ruby slippers sell for record-breaking $28m at auction
ABC NewsStolen ruby slippers worn by Judy Garland in 'The Wizard of Oz' are auctioned for $28 million
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A pair of ruby slippers worn by Judy Garland in 'The Wizard of Oz' sold for $28 million at a Heritage Auctions event, making it the highest price for entertainment memorabilia. Bidding surpassed estimates rapidly, ending at $32.5 million with fees included. The shoes were stolen in 2005, recovered by the FBI in 2018, and returned to collector Michael Shaw. Recent interest surged due to the release of 'Wicked'. This significant auction drew over 800 bidders, although the Judy Garland Museum did not win the bid, despite efforts to raise funds.
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