Fans of The Wizard of Oz will soon have a chance to own a piece of cinematic history. Heritage Auctions will sell a wicked witch hat up for auction on December 9. The hat belonged to Margaret Hamilton, who portrayed the Wicked Witch of the West in the 1939 film. According to People report, collectors are expected to compete fiercely for this rare item.

The wicked witch hat up for auction is an original Adrian-designed piece made of black wool bunting. Its cone-shaped crown stands over a foot high and tilts backward to create the character’s signature look. In addition, the hat keeps its 22-inch elastic chinstrap, which Hamilton wore during the flying sequences. Only a few examples like this survive today, which makes it a highly sought-after collectible.

A Rare Piece of Hollywood History

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