T. rex fossil 'Gus' sells for record $50.1 million
A Tyrannosaurus rex skeleton known as 'Gus' was sold at auction for $50.1 million, setting a new record for dinosaur fossils. The sale took place in New York. (sources: theguardian, dw, bbc, npr)
The sale of 'Gus' surpassed its pre-sale estimate and established a new auction record for dinosaur fossils. This T. rex skeleton is approximately 67 million years old.
- The T. rex fossil 'Gus' sold for $50.1 million at auction.
- The sale price exceeded the previous record set by a stegosaurus in 2024.
- The fossil is estimated to be 67 million years old.
Why it matters
This sale highlights the increasing value and interest in dinosaur fossils among collectors and investors.
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