Dinosaurs have long fascinated humankind, revealing secrets about prehistoric times and the species that once roamed the earth. Yet buying them is no longer solely the realm of museums and research organisations.

A growing number of wealthy individuals have taken an interest in buying dinosaurs for their private collections, sparking debates about whether they, if anyone, should own these historically important artefacts.

As a recently discovered fossil breaks auction records, read on to discover the stories behind 12 dinosaur finds that sold for staggering sums.

All dollar amounts in US dollars