For decades, the Tyrannosaurus rex has occupied a unique place in popular culture, appearing as both a scientific subject and a symbol of prehistoric power. Now, one exceptionally preserved specimen has made history for a different reason: its price. A T. rex fossil known as Gus has sold for $50.1m at auction in New York, setting a new record for any dinosaur fossil ever purchased. The sale has drawn attention not only because of the enormous figure involved, but also because of what the specimen reveals about the life of one of Earth’s most famous predators, including fresh insights into its growth, injuries, survival, and the remarkable preservation that has fascinated scientists and collectors alike.
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