T. rex fossil fetches record $50.1 million at Sotheby’s auction
Why it matters: The sale topped the prior fossil-auction record of $44.6 million and underscores rising demand for dinosaur collectibles.
BBC News (World), The New York Times +4
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#Tyrannosaurus Rex
T. rex fossil 'Gus' heads to Sotheby's with bids starting at $19M
Why it matters: Scientists warn a private sale could limit research access to one of the most complete Tyrannosaurus rex specimens found.
BBC News (World), NPR