Historic Sale of Tyrannosaurus rex Fossil
A Tyrannosaurus rex fossil estimated to be 67 million years old was sold for £37.4 million ($50.1 million) at a Sotheby's auction held in New York. This amount represents the highest price ever paid for a dinosaur specimen.
The fossil stands over 12 feet (4 meters) tall and is considered one of the most complete specimens ever discovered, with more than 60% of its bones recovered. Sotheby's described it as "the most complete" specimen of its kind.
The identity of the winning bidder from the auction on Tuesday has not been publicly disclosed.
Discovery and Naming
The T. rex, affectionately named Gus, was found in 2021 on a remote ranch located in the US state of South Dakota.
For additional information about Gus and the auction event, further details can be found through Sotheby's official channels.
