Lukes Empire light saber, Wizard of Oz witch hat and Lebowski rugs going up for auction
LOS ANGELES (AP) — A light saber with Luke Skywalker's severed hand from “The Empire Strikes Back” that is expected to sell for seven figures headlines an upcoming auction of valuables from movies, music and other corners of pop culture. The Hollywood & Entertainment Signature Auction presented by Heritage Auctions announced Tuesday and held July 13-17 also includes hats from “The Wizard of Oz” and “Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory,” hoverboards from “Back to the Future a...
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