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Nanotyrannus Skeleton 'Jodi' Sold at New York Auction

A rare Nanotyrannus skeleton, nicknamed 'Jodi,' was auctioned at Sotheby's in New York for about $47.3 million, reigniting debate over whether dinosaur fossils belong in private collections or public museums.

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Oct 27, 7:30 AM nytimes.com Skeleton of Nanotyrannus ‘Jodi,’ T. Rex’s Cousin, Is Auctioned for $47.3 Million
Oct 27, 6:23 AM bbc.com Dinosaur skeleton goes to auction in New York with £4.5m price tag
Oct 27, 6:23 AM bbc.co.uk Nanotyrannus skeleton goes to auction in New York with £4.5m price tag