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Largest Stegosaurus Skeleton Ever Found to Be Auctioned for Up to $6 Million

Discovered in Colorado, the nearly complete fossil named 'Apex' raises debate over private fossil sales and scientific access.

  • Jason Cooper discovered the stegosaurus fossil, named 'Apex,' on his property in May 2022.
  • The skeleton is 11 feet tall, over 20 feet long, and about 70% complete.
  • Apex will be auctioned at Sotheby's in July, estimated to fetch $4-6 million.
  • Paleontologists argue such significant finds should be preserved in museums for public education and research.
  • Sotheby's has documented the entire process from discovery to sale, ensuring transparency.
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