'Gone With the Wind' dress sells for $137,000 at auction


A "Gone With the Wind" fan just said yes to the dress in a big way.

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According to The Associated Press, a gown worn by Vivien Leigh in the 1939 film sold for $137,000 Saturday in an auction by Dallas-based Heritage Auctions in Beverly Hills, California.

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The dress was among more than 150 items offered by collector James Tumblin, who said he originally bought the gray dress for $20 from a costume company.
The name of the buyer was not disclosed.

When it comes to "Gone With the Wind" memorabilia, no one is more respected and recognized than James Tumblin. He has...

Posted by Heritage Auctions on Monday, March 23, 2015

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