Fossils from Brazil – SNM Stuttgart Returns the Irritator
For decades, fossils from the Global South found their way into European display cases, including an irritator.
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$50 Million Record for Tyrannosaurus rex “Gus”—An Analysis
On July 14, 2026, the hammer fell at Sotheby’s in New York for over $50 million. The Tyrannosaurus rex “Gus” was the item up for auction.
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Mineral&Gem Sainte-Marie-aux-Mines 2026: Impressions
Mineral&Gem in Sainte-Marie-aux-Mines is considered, alongside the legendary Tucson Show, to be the world’s most important fair for fossils and minerals.
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The Hype Surrounding Ammolite—More Than Just a Luxury Plastinate?
Ammolite is one of the most spectacular fossils and captivates collectors and investors alike. But it’s worth taking a look behind the scenes.
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Ichthyosaurs with Soft Tissues: Milestones from Over 250 Years of Research
Since they were first described in 1699, reptiles have been the subject of intensive study. And yet, even today, research continues to uncover surprises.
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Regional Charm: The Engel Collection at the Göppingen Natural History Museum
A recent article in the local newspaper stated that the Göppingen Natural History Museum “probably has no future.” It’s a statement that catches one’s attention.
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Petition for a New Fossil Museum in Bundenbach Fails – A Look Back
This is bitter news for everyone who cares deeply about Bundenbach and the Hunsrück slate. A look back, one year after the petition ended, takes stock of the situation.
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The Trade in Chinese Fossils—A Risk for Collectors
Feathered dinosaurs from Liaoning, marine reptiles from Guizhou and Yunnan, and birds from Liaoning: Under current law, the sale of Chinese fossils is mostly illegal.
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30 Years of the Messel Pit World Natural Heritage Site: Memories
Thirty years ago, in December 1995, the Messel Pit near Darmstadt became Germany’s first natural site to be inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List.
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