Record-Breaking Stegosaurus Fossil to Fetch Millions at Auction

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Jason Cooper, a professional fossil hunter in Colorado, discovered an exceptionally well-preserved stegosaurus skeleton named "Apex" on his property. The skeleton, which is 70% complete, is set to be auctioned at Sotheby's in New York, with an expected price of $4-6 million. While the sale excites private collectors, it has sparked concern among paleontologists who believe such significant finds should be in museums for public education and scientific research.
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- Apex, the Largest Stegosaurus Fossil Ever Found, Heads to Auction The New York Times
- ‘Virtually complete’ Stegosaurus fossil to be auctioned at Sotheby’s geek week The Guardian
- This Epic Stegosaurus Skeleton Could Rake in $6 Million at Auction artnet News
- ‘Virtually complete’ Stegosaurus fossil goes on sale - but not everyone is happy CNN
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