Personal items belonging to one of Hollywood's most iconic actresses Marlene Dietrich are being put up for auction in Los Angeles.<br/> <br />The items have been offered by Dietrich's grandson J. David Riva, who just didn't have a place for them.<br/> <br />SOUNDBITE Marlene Dietrich's grandson, J. David Riva, saying (English)<br/> <br />"You can't put a picture of your grandmother on the wall, you know, and invite people over for coffee. You know, it's really pretentious, you know, I couldn't exhibit these things. These things ended up sitting in storage."<br/> <br />Lots at the auction include items such as a bird shaped compact and a double-breasted suit but the most significant item is a love letter she received from novelist Ernest Hemingway.<br/> <br />SOUNDBITE Marlene Dietrich's grandson, J. David Riva, saying (English)<br/> <br />"Ernest Hemingway and Marlene were the best of pals. They never actually consummated their relationship. It just never worked out. She was with someone then he'd be with someone,
