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How much of Getty's estate was left to his museum after his death?

  • Over $1 billion

  • Over $500 million

  • Over $2 billion

  • Over $250 million

Answer

Over $500 million was left to the J. Paul Getty Museum after his death in 1976. This was a significant amount of money, and it helped to ensure that the museum would be able to continue to grow and expand its collection. Getty was a passionate collector of art, and he wanted to share his love of art with the world.
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