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T-Rex Gus Shatters Auction Record | Wilmington News
A T-Rex named “Gus” just smashed auction records, selling for a jaw-dropping $50.1 million—far exceeding its $20–30 million estimate. Discovered on a South Dakota ranch after years of excavation and lab work, Gus is now in the hands of an anonymous buyer, reigniting the debate over whether such fossils should belong to private collectors or public museums. With previous T-Rex records held by “Stan” ($32 million) and “Apex” ($44.6 million), Gus’ sale underscores the skyrocketing value of prehistoric treasures—and leaves everyone wondering where he’ll end up next. Listen in comfort:Get a…
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