T. rex could become most expensive fossil ever
A rare T. rex skeleton discovered in South Dakota is heading to auction with an estimated price tag of $30 million.
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Coverage highlighted scientific concerns over private ownership of significant fossils while detailing the auction process. The story did not report a final sale or resolution in the provided headlines.
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A T. rex specimen known as 'Gus' is set for auction, with projections suggesting it could become the most expensive fossil ever sold. The fossil was discovered in South Dakota.
Reports highlight the potential for the sale to set a new record for dinosaur fossils while noting that members of the scientific community have expressed concerns regarding the private auction. Future developments hinge on the upcoming auction at Sotheby’s.
It remains to be seen how the bidding process will unfold and if the final sale price will exceed the $30 million threshold indicated in current reports.
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Coverage (10)
- Massive T-rex skeleton set to become most expensive fossil ever sold 7NEWS · 45d ago
- Massive T-rex skeleton set to become most expensive fossil ever sold 7NEWS · 45d ago
- The Jurassic perk of being super-rich: your very own dinosaur The Observer · 45d ago
- Rare South Dakota T. rex fossil could bring more than $30 million at auction KOTA Territory News · 45d ago
- Tyrannosaurus for $30 million may be sold at auction, and scientists are raising the alarm Українські Національні Новини (УНН) · 45d ago
- SD T-Rex could generate record price for dino fossil KELO-AM · 45d ago
- One of the Largest T. Rex Skeletons Ever Found Can Be Yours If You’ve Got $30 Million Lying Around VICE · 45d ago
- Who Buys a $20 Million T. Rex? Inside Sotheby’s Matchmaking for ‘Gus.’ Barron's · 45d ago
- South Dakota T. rex could bring $30 million or more at auction KELOLAND.com · 45d ago
- T. rex could become most expensive fossil ever BBC · 45d ago
Answered
What is the expected price of the T. rex fossil?
Current reports suggest the fossil could bring $30 million or more at auction.
Where was the fossil found?
The T. rex skeleton was discovered in South Dakota.
Why are scientists concerned?
According to coverage from УНН, members of the scientific community are raising the alarm regarding the auctioning of the specimen.
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