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Gus the T. rex fossil sells for record 50.1 million dollars at auction

Gus the T. rex fossil sells for record 50.1 million dollars at auction

A 67-million-year-old T. rex skeleton known as Gus has sold for a record $50.1 million at auction, fueling ongoing debate regarding private ownership.

Science ·14 Jul 2026, 19:02 ·Niko Vale 3 min read
Want to own a real T. rex? It could cost you $30 million

Want to own a real T. rex? It could cost you $30 million

The T. rex skeleton 'Gus' is set to headline a New York City auction, reflecting a widening global market for prehistoric fossils.

Science ·13 Jul 2026, 07:05 ·Niko Vale 4 min read
Gus the T. rex fossil could become most expensive dinosaur sold at auction

Gus the T. rex fossil could become most expensive dinosaur sold at auction

The T. rex fossil named Gus is set to headline a Sotheby's auction in New York, fueling a debate between paleontologists and the private fossil market.

Technology ·12 Jul 2026, 13:33 ·Niko Vale 3 min read