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Nicolas Cage’s Controversial Collectible: A Dinosaur Skull Saga
In a high-stakes bidding war, Nicolas Cage outbid Leonardo DiCaprio to acquire a 67-million-year-old Tyrannosaurus skull for over $270K, as reported by The Telegraph. This purchase, a striking addition to his fossil collection, marked a significant moment in the realm of celebrity collectibles, with Nicolas securing the largest dinosaur skull ever auctioned at that time. However, this victory soon turned controversial.
The skull was linked to Eric Prokopi, a “commercial paleontologist” with legal issues related to illegal fossil imports. The revelation added a complex layer to Nicolas’ notable acquisition, with the ethical complexities of artifact collection.
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