‘Gus’ the T. rex sells for record $50.1 million in auction
- Posted on July 14, 2026
- By Washington Post
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A remarkable Tyrannosaurus rex skeleton nicknamed 'Gus' has shattered auction records, fetching an impressive $50.1 million at Sotheby's. This extraordinary fossil represents a significant milestone in paleontological memorabilia trading, highlighting growing collector interest in complete dinosaur specimens. The record-breaking sale underscores the increasing value of well-preserved prehistoric remains and demonstrates robust demand among wealthy collectors and institutions seeking to acquire these irreplaceable natural treasures from Earth's distant past.
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