What is the value of fossil?
What is the value of fossil?
Fossils clearly have evidential value, in the sense that they convey information about the past, and because we philosophers of science tend to fixate on epistemic issues, that is sometimes the only value we see.
Can I sell a fossil I found?
But in America, fossils discovered on private property belong to the landowner. So if you, as a resident of the United States, find a dino skeleton on real estate that you own, you can legally keep, sell or export it.
Are fossils cheap?
However, fossil collecting is a hobby that can be enjoyed by anyone, and many can be purchased for under $100. Authentic, high quality dinosaur and reptile teeth are even available for $50 or less. The keys to finding these items are patience, research, and choosing only reputable sellers.
What do I do if I find a fossil?
Therefore, no matter where you find a fossil or what the fossil is, the UGS strongly encourages you to report your find to the State Paleontologist or other paleontology staff at the UGS. Then, the site of your discovery will be documented for scientific purposes!
How rare is it to find a fossil?
Fossilisation is so unlikely that scientists estimate that less one-tenth of 1% of all the animal species that have ever lived have become fossils. Far fewer of them have been found.
Can I sell a dinosaur fossil?
Yes, individuals can legally purchase and own dinosaur fossils provided they were legally collected and can be legally sold. For dinosaur fossils found within the United States this means they must have been collected from private land with the land owners permission.
