The auction for the largest and most intact stegosaurus ever discovered, known as Apex, is set to take place in New York with an anticipated price tag of up to $6 million. Measuring 11 feet in height and nearly 27 feet in length, this 150-million-year-old skeleton is on display at Sotheby's until its auction on July 17. Cassandra Hatton, the global head of science and popular culture at Sotheby's, emphasized the exceptional nature of this find, noting that up to 85 percent of the skeleton is fossilized. The auction house values Apex at $4-6 million, expecting robust bidding despite criticism from the scientific community regarding the sale of significant dinosaur fossils. The name "Apex" was chosen to underscore its status within the stegosaurus lineage. Hatton expressed enthusiasm for dinosaurs, stating their enduring appeal in human culture and mythology. Discovered on private land in Colorado in May 2022, Apex's excavation and preparation were meticulously documented in collaboration with paleontologist Jason Cooper. This thorough process ensures the authenticity of the specimen, contrasting with past controversies over the sale of disputed fossils. Experts believe that Apex lived out its years peacefully, with indications of arthritis in its bones and no signs of a violent demise. The fossilized posture suggests a serene death, resembling the curled position of many dying animals. While stegosaurus skeletons are already on public display worldwide, Apex stands out for its size, surpassing the renowned Sophie in the Natural History Museum, London. This upcoming auction follows past sales of notable dinosaur specimens, including the record-breaking purchase of Stan, a complete tyrannosaurus rex skeleton.