Ruby Slippers from Wizard of Oz to Auction

A pair of iconic ruby slippers worn by Judy Garland in 'The Wizard of Oz' is set to go on auction in Dallas on December 7, with estimates suggesting they could sell for as much as $3 million. These slippers, one of only four surviving pairs, were stolen from the Judy Garland Museum in 2005 and recovered by the FBI in 2018, hidden in a Tupperware box. The collector, Michael Shaw, had owned the slippers since the 1970s and loaned them to the museum. The auction will also feature other memorabilia from the film, including the Wicked Witch's hat and Garland's wigs. Experts highlight the slippers' significance in Hollywood history, considering them the most important prop in the industry. The display of the slippers in London precedes their sale, attracting considerable attention from fans and collectors alike.