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A New York City auction will feature the metal dinosaur Cormac McCarthy used while writing his novels, including “The Road” and “No Country for Old Men.”
The 76-year-old author purchased the Olivetti for $50 in 1958. He’s used it nonstop until this year.
Christie’s estimates it could sell for $15,000 to $20,000 on Friday.
McCarthy concedes it’s started to “show serious signs of wear.” A friend found him a nearly identical replacement for about $11.
The proceeds will benefit the nonprofit Santa Fe Institute in New Mexico, where McCarthy lives.
A blue carrying case and the author’s letter of authentication are included.
Both of the aforementioned books were turned into movies.
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