Pharrell Williams’ digital auction platform JOOPITER is shifting its curatorial focus from contemporary culture to natural history with the sale of “Trey,” a museum-exhibited Triceratops skeleton described as being of exceptional completeness. Notably, the offering introduces a rare, science-driven asset category into the platform’s commercial portfolio. Moreover, the skeleton dates back more than 66 million years, positioning the sale as a high-profile crossover between private collecting and institutional heritage. Importantly, the fossil was excavated in 1993 from the Lance Formation in Lusk, Wyoming by Allen Graffham and Lee Campbell. After recovery, the specimen was sent to Germany for restoration and later returned to the United States for the 1995 opening of the Wyoming Dinosaur Center. Crucially, Trey has remained on public display for nearly three decades, rather than entering long-term private storage.
JOOPITER presents “Trey,” a 66-million-year-old Triceratops skeleton, as a headline lot in a global auction spotlighting rare and museum-grade natural history specimens. 
JOOPITER presents “Trey,” a 66-million-year-old Triceratops skeleton, as a headline lot in a global auction spotlighting rare and museum-grade natural history specimens. 
JOOPITER presents “Trey,” a 66-million-year-old Triceratops skeleton, as a headline lot in a global auction spotlighting rare and museum-grade natural history specimens.
Rarity, expert context and market outlook
The auction has been curated with scientific context from Andre LuJan, who stated, “The opportunity to experience the intersection of science and history with this specimen has been a privilege. Dinosaurs can teach us as much about our own curiosity as they can about the mystery of their ancient world, and this ambassador from deep time serves as another precious moment for collective awe.” In addition, John Auerbach said, “Some discoveries transcend category, reminders of how vast time really is. JOOPITER is proud to present a piece of history truly millions of years in the making.” Significantly, Trey is the only dinosaur sourced through Graffham to reach the market in the past two decades, while his other discoveries remain permanently in museums. As a result, the sale is expected to attract institutional buyers alongside private collectors seeking irreplaceable cultural assets. Bidding will run globally from March 17 to March 31, and the skeleton will be available for private appointment viewing in Singapore throughout the month. Furthermore, the platform will release a dedicated merchandise capsule to support the commercial activation of the auction.