Sotheby's records high-value dinosaur fossil sales in New York City
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What happened
Cassandra Hatton, head of Sotheby’s Science & Natural History Department, is overseeing record-breaking auctions of dinosaur fossils from Sotheby's new space in New York City. In July, a 67-million-year-old tyrannosaurus rex was sold for $50.1 million, the highest price ever paid for dinosaur remains. Ken Griffin previously acquired Apex, a stegosaurus, for $44.6 million in 2024.
Why it matters
The auction house's interest in fossils helps professional fossil hunters secure funding for digs in the American West. These high-value sales demonstrate significant activity in the luxury and natural history collectibles market.
Who's involved
- Ken GriffinAcquired Apex, a stegosaurus, for $44.6 million in 2024.
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- Ken Griffin
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